TL;DR
The Indian government has updated its PM E-DRIVE Scheme, disbursing significant EV subsidies, allocating funds for e-ambulances and public charging infrastructure, and extending the scheme for most segments until 2028.
The Indian government has provided a comprehensive update on the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, highlighting significant progress in boosting electric mobility across the nation. As of November 23, 2025, a substantial ₹1,634.62 crore in subsidies has been disbursed, actively accelerating the adoption of cleaner transportation solutions. A notable allocation of ₹500 crore has also been made for e-ambulances, with guidelines ready for implementation following stakeholder consultations.
The scheme has been extended until March 31, 2028, for e-ambulances and most other segments, though support for e-2Ws and e-3Ws remains valid until March 31, 2026. While ₹2,000 crore has been earmarked for public EV charging infrastructure, no grants have yet been disbursed, though two major Oil Marketing Companies have submitted proposals. Furthermore, the scheme has approved large fleets of electric buses for major Indian cities, including 1,500 for Mumbai, 2,800 for Delhi, and 1,000 for Pune, with charging infrastructure guidelines shared with all states and union territories.
