Delhi Govt Revives EV Subsidies to Combat Pollution; New Policy Targets Lower Costs

• Delhi Govt plans to reintroduce fresh subsidies on electric vehicles (EVs) for two- and four-wheelers to tackle rising air pollution.
• The proposals are part of a new draft EV policy, expected for public consultation soon, with incentives likely from the next financial year.
• Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated the policy focuses on financial incentives to reduce the price gap between ICE and EVs.
• A vehicle scrappage scheme is also planned, offering additional benefits for owners trading old petrol/diesel vehicles for new EVs.
• Road tax and registration fee exemptions for EVs will continue, building on the previous 2020 EV policy.

Why It Matters: Delhi Govt aims to boost EV adoption through renewed subsidies and scrappage incentives to fight pollution.