Delhi's Electric Vehicle Policy Extended: New Deadline and Key Perks
Delhi's electric mobility plans have received a fresh update. The government is extending its current Electric Vehicle Policy until March 31, 2026, or until a new one is officially notified - whichever comes first. The extension was approved in a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at the Delhi Secretariat.Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, as per PTI, said the move allows the government more time to conduct wide-ranging public consultations before rolling out a revised, future-ready policy. The draft of the new policy is still under discussion and will involve inputs from citizens, industry players, environmental experts, academic institutions, and private stakeholders.Among the key topics up for review are Delhiâs EV charging infrastructure, the scope and structure of subsidies, and the need for safe disposal systems for e-waste and used EV batteries.
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Delhiâs existing EV policy: Key highlights
The current EV policy was first introduced in 2020 during the AAP government and officially expired in August 2023. Since then, it has been extended multiple times. It currently offers a 25% subsidy (up to Rs 5,500) for e-cycles, Rs 30,000 for e-rickshaws and light commercial EVs, and Rs 5,000 per kWh (up to Rs 30,000) for electric two-wheelers.Looking ahead, the draft version of the upcoming policy proposes some major changes, including a full ban on the registration of petrol, diesel, and CNG two-wheelers from August 15, 2026, and a complete shift to electric auto-rickshaws by August 2025.Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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Man Loses Leg in 'Phatka Gang' Attack on Moving Train in Kalyan
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DEHRADUN: A man narrowly escaped death after the flash flood swept through Dharali village in Uttarkashi on Tuesday, triggering a massive pile of debris. He was seen crawling out from the rubble, covered in mud and visibly injured, moments after the deadly waters destroyed homes, shops, and roads in seconds. The man's identity and his current condition remained unknown as of Tuesday evening, but widely circulated videos have already hailed him as a hero. Officials have not yet confirmed whether he was later taken to hospital or rescued by disaster response teams.
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A huge poster of actor Vijay stares down from the wall. A digital signboard flashes: 285 days, 3 hours, 43 minutes and 46 seconds, a countdown to the 2026 assembly election in Tamil Nadu. Scores of people sit glued to screens, fingers flying over keyboards, some others are on mobile phones trying to reach voters in remote hamlets. The Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) war room in Chennai is fully activated.
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