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The Ministry of Heavy Industries, India, has announced the launch of the PM E-DRIVE scheme aimed at developing extensive electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the country. The scheme has a budget allocation of ₹10,900 crore, with ₹2,000 crore dedicated towards establishing public EV charging stations. Eligibility for
electric vehicles
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has launched several initiatives to enhance the electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in India, focusing on accessibility and affordability. Key schemes include FAME-II, PM E-DRIVE, and the PM-eBus Sewa Scheme, which collectively aim to incentivize the purchase of electric vehicles, support urban bus operations, and
FAME-II Scheme
As of March 31, 2025, the FAME-II Scheme has disbursed a total of ₹6,559 crore in subsidies for electric vehicles, covering over 16 lakh units across various categories. The government has implemented safety measures for EV batteries and launched new schemes like PM E-DRIVE to continue incentivizing electric mobility
electric vehicles
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has reported significant achievements in various schemes aimed at enhancing India's electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem. Key initiatives include FAME-I and FAME-II, which supported over 2.5 lakh and 14.3 lakh EVs respectively, along with the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, which aims to incentivize
PM E-DRIVE
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has announced a plan to extend the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, allocating Rs. 2,000 crore for the establishment of public charging stations across India. This initiative aims to enhance EV charging infrastructure both within city limits and along selected inter-city and inter-state highways, facilitating the
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,