The Delhi government has officially extended its Electric Vehicle (EV) policy until March 2026, providing authorities more time to finalize a revised version that is currently under public consultation. The decision was approved during a cabinet meeting held at the Delhi Secretariat and chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The extension comes in response to the need for broader dialogue and stakeholder feedback before rolling out a refreshed policy tailored to the city’s evolving transportation and environmental needs.
Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh highlighted that the government aims to shape the next phase of EV adoption with input from citizens, environmentalists, technical experts, and industry representatives. The current EV policy, initially launched in 2020, spurred notable growth in electric two-wheelers and e-rickshaws. However, challenges persist in areas such as public charging infrastructure, battery recycling, and end-of-life battery disposal. The policy had previously been extended several times, most recently under the BJP-led administration, with the latest extension having expired on July 15.
“There’s no official release date for the new draft yet, but we’re using this time to get it right,” a senior official told NDTV. “The next EV policy for Delhi won’t just be written for the people—it’ll be written with them.” The revised policy is being designed to align with Delhi’s long-term environmental objectives and make the capital a national leader in clean mobility.