DPIIT
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ather Energy to enhance India's electric vehicle manufacturing and clean mobility sectors. This partnership, part of the Startup Policy Forum's 'Build in Bharat' initiative, aims to
Shaurya Bharat Car Rally
The Shaurya Bharat Car Rally, organized by the Progress Harmony Development Chamber of Commerce and Industry in coordination with the Indian Air Force, commenced on July 25, 2025, from New Delhi. The rally aims to honor the Armed Forces and promote environmental development, covering approximately 800 km in electric vehicles.
electric vehicles
The National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP) 2020 aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in India. The Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles in India (FAME India) Scheme was launched in 2015 to support this initiative. FAME-I (2015-2019) supported over 255,000 EVs and
PM E-DRIVE Scheme
The PM e-DRIVE Scheme aims to promote electric and hybrid vehicle adoption in India through market creation, demand aggregation, and support for domestic technology and manufacturing. An allocation of Rs.4,391 crore is designated for deploying 14,028 e-buses in major cities, while Rs.2,000 crore is allocated
FAME Scheme
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has clarified that under the FAME Scheme, subsidies are provided to buyers of electric vehicles, not to manufacturers. The scheme offers upfront price reductions for consumers, which are later reimbursed to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). The report details the financial allocations and utilization for both
PM E-DRIVE
The Indian government has launched the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme with an outlay of Rs.10,900 crore to promote electric vehicle (EV) adoption through subsidies for consumers and incentives for manufacturers. The scheme allocates Rs.3,679 crore for subsidies on e-2Ws,
India Energy Storage Week
Minister of State for Road, Transport & Highways, Shri Harsh Malhotra, inaugurated India Energy Storage Week 2025, emphasizing the Modi Government's commitment to green mobility and the development of the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing ecosystem. He highlighted the importance of transitioning to electric mobility as a national imperative
electric vehicles
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has launched an application portal for the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India (SPMEPCI), aimed at attracting global electric vehicle manufacturers. The scheme, which supports the 'Make in India' initiative, allows approved applicants to import electric vehicles at reduced
electric vehicles
The integration of electric vehicles (EVs) into household waste collection under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U) represents a significant step towards sustainable urban sanitation in India. Cities like Guntur, Chennai, and Indore are deploying electric vehicles for waste collection, reducing carbon emissions, enhancing air quality, and promoting eco-friendly practices. These
Green Skills
The Directorate General of Training (DGT) and Shell India have launched a Green Skills-focused Electric Vehicle (EV) training program aimed at empowering youth with industry-ready skills in electric mobility and renewable energy. The initiative will establish EV skill labs in select ITIs and NSTIs across five states, providing hands-on training,
electric vehicles
The Government of India has introduced a new scheme to promote the manufacturing of electric passenger cars, aiming to attract global investments and establish India as a leading hub for electric vehicle production. The initiative aligns with India's goals of achieving net zero emissions by 2070 and enhancing