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That the government needs to think about how they can encourage drivers to switch from petrol and diesel to electric. says, John Wilmot, CEO of car leasing company LeaseLoco.

India’s EV journey is moving beyond policy announcements to real-world impact. With EV Policy 2026, the focus is shifting from incentives and roadmaps to execution—scaling charging infrastructure, strengthening supply chains, and accelerating adoption across segments.

Explore India’s EV Policy Puzzle and the challenge of balancing rapid EV adoption with building a sustainable ecosystem. While multiple schemes and incentives have boosted demand, gaps remain in supply chains, charging infrastructure, and long-term policy design. This article highlights how India must shift from short-term incentives to a holistic approach that strengthens manufacturing, infrastructure, and governance for a truly sustainable EV future.

Explore Financing EV Freight in India and the critical challenges slowing down the transition to electric logistics. High upfront costs, limited access to credit, and lender hesitation due to risk and asset uncertainty continue to act as major barriers. This article highlights how innovative financing models, policy support, and investment frameworks can unlock scalable adoption of electric freight and accelerate India’s clean mobility goals.

The PM E-DRIVE scheme continues to accelerate India’s EV transition, with ₹2,017 crore already utilized to drive adoption across key segments. By offering upfront incentives that reduce purchase costs and supporting infrastructure development, the initiative is making electric mobility more accessible while strengthening the domestic EV ecosystem.

Government policies and incentives are playing a crucial role in accelerating EV adoption by making electric mobility more accessible, affordable, and scalable. From subsidies and tax benefits to investments in charging infrastructure and localization efforts, a strong policy framework is reducing ownership costs while encouraging both consumers and manufacturers to transition toward cleaner transportation.

Delhi is taking a step toward a more sustainable EV ecosystem. The upcoming Delhi EV Policy 2.0 proposes a dedicated battery recycling framework to manage end-of-life lithium-ion batteries as EV adoption grows across the capital. The initiative aims to establish structured collection, recycling, and safe disposal systems—helping reduce environmental risks while building a more circular and responsible electric mobility ecosystem.