The Delhi Government launched the EV Policy-2026, earmarking ₹15,000 crore [1] for incentives and charging infrastructure to accelerate the city's transition to clean mobility.

This initiative represents a significant effort to curb vehicular pollution in the National Capital Territory. By targeting a specific percentage of the fleet for electrification, the city seeks to reduce its carbon footprint and improve air quality for millions of residents.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and the Delhi Cabinet set a target to electrify 30% of the city's vehicle fleet by March 2030 [2]. The policy becomes effective on July 1, 2026 [3].

Of the total investment, ₹7,000 crore [1] is allocated specifically for purchase incentives for electric vehicles. Another ₹8,000 crore [1] will be used for the development of charging infrastructure. To further encourage adoption, the policy includes a proposed subsidy of ₹1.5 lakh per electric car [4].

While the primary goal is the transition to battery-electric vehicles, the final version of the policy has faced internal debate. Some reports indicate that incentives for strong-hybrid vehicles remain a sticking point [5], while some carmakers have expressed opposition to tax breaks for hybrids in favor of battery-electric incentives [6].

The comprehensive reform focuses on both the supply side through infrastructure, and the demand side through direct financial subsidies. The government intends for these measures to create a sustainable ecosystem for electric transport within the city.

“Delhi aims to electrify 30% of the city’s vehicle fleet by March 2030.”

The scale of the ₹15,000 crore investment signals a shift from experimental EV adoption to a systemic overhaul of Delhi's transport network. By splitting funds between purchase subsidies and infrastructure, the government is attempting to solve 'range anxiety' and high entry costs simultaneously. However, the friction regarding hybrid vehicles suggests a strategic tension between achieving immediate emission reductions and the long-term goal of total electrification.