Delhi to Establish 382 New EV Charging Stations with Government Subsidy

Expansion of Charging Infrastructure

Delhi is set to expand its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure with the addition of 382 new charging stations. The central government has approved a subsidy of ₹127.16 crore under the PM E-DRIVE scheme to facilitate the installation of these facilities across identified sites. According to Energy Minister Ashish Sood, the process has commenced for 180 of these sites, which have been evaluated for the installation of 12 kW, 60 kW, and 120 kW composite chargers.

Implementation and Future Planning

• Current Status: Official documentation has been submitted to the Union Ministry of Heavy Industries. Delhi Transco Limited (DTL) is currently overseeing the tendering and approval process.
• Commercial Support: Separate approval has been granted for charging stations dedicated to heavy commercial electric vehicles, specifically e-trucks, with an additional ₹8.9 crore subsidy approved for 10 public stations.
• Performance Targets: As of September 30, 2026, Delhi has deployed 14,225 EV charging points, surpassing the CAQM target of 13,913 points ahead of the December 2026 deadline.

Policy Roadmap for 2027 and Beyond

The Delhi EV Policy 2026, notified in June, outlines a shift toward full electrification for specific vehicle categories:

• January 1, 2027: New three-wheeler registrations and N1 category cargo vehicles will be restricted to electric models.
• April 1, 2028: New two-wheeler registrations will transition exclusively to electric.

Verification of these projects can be conducted through the official portals of the Delhi Transco Limited or the Union Ministry of Heavy Industries.