16 Apr 2025
Delhi EV Policy 2.0 to Ban CNG Autos and Goods Carriers from 2027
The Delhi government is ready to introduce its new Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0. This new framework aims to make transportation in the city cleaner by shifting most commercial vehicles to electric by 2027. The updated EV policy, which will remain active till March 31, 2030, will bring incentives and rules focused on commercial users, low-emission transport, and overall cleaner mobility in Delhi.
Focus on Commercial Electric Mobility
The draft policy highlights a strong push for electric commercial vehicles. It outlines new rules for auto-rickshaws, goods carriers, garbage collection vehicles, and buses. A major goal of the policy is to reduce pollution caused by petrol, diesel, and CNG vehicles.
The government has planned a phased rollout to stop the use of fossil fuel commercial vehicles over the next few years.
CNG Auto-Rickshaw Registrations to Stop by 2027
Delhi has a large fleet of over 1 lakh auto-rickshaws, many of which run on CNG. Under the new EV policy:
- Starting August 15, 2027, no new permits or renewals will be issued for CNG auto-rickshaws.
- All new and replacement permits will be given only to electric auto-rickshaws (e-autos).
- CNG autos that are 10 years old during the policy period must be replaced with electric ones.
To support this change, a one-time incentive of ₹1 lakh will be offered to those replacing 10-year-old CNG autos with electric ones. However, vehicles that claim this ₹1 lakh will not be eligible for any other subsidy under the policy.
Big Push for Electric Goods Carriers
In addition to auto-rickshaws, commercial goods carriers have been given special attention. Delhi sees a high volume of delivery and logistics operations, and the new policy targets these vehicles for a green upgrade.
- From August 15, 2025, registration of any petrol, diesel, or CNG three-wheeler goods carriers will not be allowed.
- Only electric goods carriers will be registered and allowed to operate in the city.
Further, to support adoption:
- A subsidy of up to ₹45,000 will be offered for electric three-wheeler carriers (L5N).
- A subsidy of up to ₹75,000 will be available for electric four-wheeler carriers (N1 category).
- These benefits will be offered for the first three years of the policy.
- The eligibility price caps have been set at ₹4.5 lakh for L5N and ₹12.5 lakh for N1 vehicles.
This move is expected to help clean up last-mile delivery and reduce noise and air pollution in residential and commercial zones.
Electric Buses to Power Public Transport
The EV Policy 2.0 also focuses on city-wide public transport. The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System (DIMTS) will now only purchase electric buses for city operations.
- Only BS-VI diesel buses will be allowed for inter-state travel.
- The goal is to reduce pollution caused by the current diesel-powered city bus fleet.
This step will make public transport cleaner and quieter, benefiting both commuters and the environment.
Solid Waste Vehicles to Go Electric by 2027
A major highlight of the policy is the switch to electric waste collection vehicles:
- By December 31, 2027, all solid waste vehicles used by the Municipal Corporationof Delhi, New Delhi Municipal Council, and Delhi Jal Board will be electric.
This move will help reduce the environmental impact of daily waste collection and improve air quality in local areas.
Infrastructure and Implementation Plans
To support this electric shift, the policy includes several important steps:
- More charging stations and battery-swapping points will be installed across the city.
- Battery collection and recycling centres will be developed.
- New skill development centres will be set up in partnership with colleges and institutes to train workers in EV-related fields.
- A strong public awareness campaign will run alongside the policy to build trust in EV adoption.
A New Delhi Clean Mobility Centre will be formed to oversee the policy's rollout. This body will be supported by an expanded State EV Fund, which will receive money from the Air Ambience Fund and levies on non-electric vehicles.
The Delhi government hopes that these efforts will create up to 20,000 new jobs in the EV industry through manufacturing, services, and infrastructure roles.
The policy sets a clear target—95% of all new vehicle registrations in Delhi to be electric by 2027. With new incentives, strict timelines, and better infrastructure, Delhi’s EV Policy 2.0 is expected to play a key role in transforming the city’s commercial transport system in the coming years.
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