Punjab Newsline | New Delhi
In a major push to tackle air pollution, the Delhi government has unveiled its new Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy, marking one of the capital's biggest clean mobility initiatives. Announced by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the policy will come into effect on July 1, 2026, and remain in force until March 31, 2030.
The ₹15,000 crore policy is designed to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles and gradually phase out the use of petrol and diesel-powered vehicles in the national capital. According to the government, the plan serves as a long-term roadmap to transform Delhi's transportation system over the next four years.
Citing a government study, officials said that commercial vehicles account for nearly 33% of vehicular pollution in Delhi, while two-wheelers and three-wheelers contribute around 46%, making them one of the largest sources of emissions in the city.
One of the biggest highlights of the new policy is its focus on two-wheelers. Buyers of pure electric vehicles will receive a 100% exemption on registration charges and road tax, making EV ownership more affordable.
The government has also announced that no new petrol or CNG motorcycles and scooters will be registered in Delhi after April 1, 2028. This means that anyone purchasing a new two-wheeler after the deadline will have to opt for an electric model.
With nearly two-thirds of all vehicles in Delhi being two-wheelers, the government has prioritised this segment to accelerate the city's transition to cleaner mobility.
However, the policy does not impose any restrictions on existing petrol-powered two-wheelers, and no ban has been announced on vehicles already on the road. The deadline applies only to the registration of new petrol and CNG two-wheelers, giving prospective buyers until March 31, 2028, to purchase conventional models before electric vehicles become the only option for new registrations.
