Recently, under the PM E-Drive, ₹2,000 crore is allocated to set up 72,000 public EV charging stations across India.
About PM E-DRIVE Scheme
The PM E-DRIVE (Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement) scheme is a flagship initiative launched to accelerate electric mobility in India through demand incentives and charging infrastructure support.
It aims to reduce transport-related carbon emissions, improve air quality and enhance energy security by decreasing fossil fuel dependency.
The scheme has a total financial outlay of ₹10,900 crore and will be implemented from 2024 to 2026.
Key Objectives and Scope
To promote the adoption of EVs by supporting the purchase of electric vehicles (e-2Ws, e-3Ws, e-buses, e-ambulances, and e-trucks).
To deploy a robust national EV charging grid to reduce range anxiety and ensure seamless mobility across cities and highways.
To provide direct demand incentives through Aadhaar-authenticated e-vouchers sent to the buyer’s mobile number after EV purchase.
BHEL as Nodal Agency
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) is being considered the nodal agency for:
Demand aggregation for charging infrastructure.
Development of a Unified EV Super App for users across India.
The app will offer real-time charger availability, slot booking, payment integration, and deployment progress tracking, ensuring digital ease-of-use for all EV stakeholders.
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