To reduce the increasing pollution in Delhi and dependence on petrol and diesel, the Delhi government implemented the Delhi EV Policy a few years ago. Now, in this episode, the government is preparing to bring the Delhi EV Policy 2.0. At present, the draft of this policy has been prepared, and the work of finalizing it is going on fast.
After the implementation of the new policy, it will replace the existing EV policy, and under this, along with promoting electric vehicles in Delhi, thousands of employment opportunities will also be created.
Let us know what is special in Delhi EV Policy 2.0 and what will be the benefit to the general public.
What is Delhi EV Policy 2.0?
This new policy of the Delhi government has come with the target of making 95 percent of the total vehicles in Delhi electric by 2027. Along with this, there is also a plan to create about 20 thousand new jobs in the electric vehicle industry.
The government believes that this will not only reduce air pollution, but people will also get the option of affordable and environmentally friendly mobility.
Women customers will get special benefits
Delhi EV Policy 2.0 has a very special proposal for women customers.
According to the news agency PTI, in the draft of this policy, the Delhi government has prepared a big subsidy plan for women for the first time. Under this:
- The first 10,000 women electric two-wheeler buyers will be given a subsidy of up to Rs 36,000.
- For this, the woman must have a valid driving license.
- This subsidy will be per kilowatt hour (kWh). Women customers purchasing electric vehicles through the program will receive a maximum subscription benefit of Rs 36,000 by receiving Rs 12,000 for every kWh.
The government hopes to boost women’s involvement in the mobility sector as they work toward the adoption of electric vehicles on a grand scale.
A bonus will also be available on selling petrol two-wheelers
The new policy has a provision of incentives not only for buying a new electric vehicle, but also for scrapping the old petrol two-wheeler.
If a person:
- Scraps his petrol two-wheeler, less than 12 years old,
He will get an additional bonus of Rs 10,000.
This will not only encourage people to adopt electric vehicles, but will also reduce the number of old and polluting vehicles.
Big relief for auto-rickshaw drivers too
CNG and petrol auto-rickshaws running on the roads of Delhi are also going to be converted to electric soon.
Many incentives have been kept for this in the draft of Delhi EV Policy 2.0:
- An incentive of up to Rs 10,000 per kWh will be given for L5M category electric auto-rickshaws.
- A maximum subsidy of up to Rs 45,000 will be given on a vehicle.
- If an auto driver scrapes an ICE auto less than 12 years old, he will get a scrapping incentive of Rs 20,000.
Not only this, the government has proposed that:
- It will be made mandatory to convert all CNG auto-rickshaws that have completed 10 years during the policy period to electric.
- In such cases, a replacement incentive of Rs 1 lakh per vehicle will be given.
- But keep in mind, no other subsidy will be given after this.
How long will this policy remain in force?
Delhi EV Policy 2.0 has been prepared as a supplement to the PM E-Drive scheme of the central government.
This policy will be in force till 31 March 2030.
Through this policy, the Delhi government is preparing to make the capital the largest EV hub in the country.
Conclusion
Delhi EV Policy 2.0 is a great step by the Delhi government, which will not only reduce air pollution but will also create new employment opportunities. Especially for women, a big relief has been given in this, which will increase their participation in this sector.
FAQs related to Delhi EV Policy 2.0
Q1. What is the target of Delhi EV Policy 2.0?
A1. It aims to convert 95% of vehicles in Delhi to electric by 2027.
Q2. How much subsidy will women get on electric two-wheelers?
A2. Up to ₹36,000 per vehicle based on ₹12,000 per kWh.
Q3. Is there any benefit to scrapping old petrol two-wheelers?
A3. Yes, owners will get an additional ₹10,000 incentive for scrapping vehicles less than 12 years old.
Q4. What is the incentive for electric auto-rickshaws?
A4. ₹10,000 per kWh, up to a maximum of ₹45,000 per vehicle.
Q5. How long will Delhi EV Policy 2.0 remain valid?
A5. The policy will be valid till 31st March 2030.