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Delhi's new EV Policy 2.0 proposes a ₹50,000 incentive for the first 1,000 petrol/diesel car retrofits to electric, alongside broader EV adoption support.
The Delhi government is finalizing its Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0, which includes a pioneering proposal to offer a ₹50,000 incentive for the first 1,000 owners who retrofit their petrol or diesel cars into electric vehicles. This innovative initiative aims to significantly reduce vehicular pollution in the national capital by converting existing internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles rather than solely relying on new EV purchases. The draft policy is expected to be presented for Cabinet approval in the first quarter of 2026.
Beyond the retrofitting subsidy, the comprehensive EV Policy 2.0 proposes several other supportive measures to accelerate the adoption of cleaner mobility. These include expanded EV purchase incentives for two- and four-wheelers, increased funding for research and development in EV technologies (from ₹5 crore to ₹100 crore), financing support, and benefits linked to vehicle scrapping. The policy also outlines plans to boost the charging infrastructure across Delhi, making EVs more accessible and affordable for its residents.
