Delhi EV Policy – Rekha Gupta Outlines Mobility and Governance Roadmap
Delhi EV Policy – Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has said her government is focusing on execution, accountability and measurable outcomes as it completes 17 months in office. In an interview, she said the administration wants to move beyond announcements and build a governance system that delivers visible improvements in daily life. According to Gupta, the public will ultimately judge the government’s work through its performance on the ground.
Electric mobility at the centre of Delhi’s future plans
Gupta described the new Delhi EV Policy as a broader clean-mobility programme rather than a limited incentive scheme. The policy is designed to encourage electric vehicle purchases, expand charging facilities, support investment and create employment across related sectors. She said the long-term goal is to make electric transport a practical choice for households, businesses and commercial drivers across the capital.
The government expects wider EV adoption to reduce vehicle emissions, lower fuel expenses and help improve air quality. Delhi already has a significant number of charging points, and the administration plans to expand the network to nearly 32,000 stations over the coming years. Charging facilities are expected to be developed in residential areas, markets, workplaces, parking zones and public spaces through coordination with power distribution companies, resident groups and private partners.
Incentives aimed at buyers and commercial operators
The policy includes purchase support, road tax relief, registration-related benefits and scrapping incentives for eligible buyers. Gupta said the Direct Benefit Transfer mechanism would help ensure that approved incentives reach beneficiaries without unnecessary delays.
She added that auto-rickshaw drivers, taxi operators, delivery workers and small businesses could benefit from lower operating costs after switching to electric vehicles. The government also expects the policy to generate demand for battery services, charging infrastructure, maintenance centres, software systems and trained technicians. Skill-development initiatives are being considered to help mechanics and young workers prepare for emerging opportunities in the EV sector.
Traffic congestion and parking reforms remain priorities
Addressing Delhi’s persistent traffic congestion, Gupta said the government is pursuing multiple solutions rather than relying on a single measure. These include expanding electric public transport, strengthening last-mile connectivity, promoting shared mobility and improving traffic management through technology.
The administration is also coordinating with Delhi Traffic Police and other agencies to improve real-time monitoring and road regulation. Gupta said action against encroachments would continue, as blocked roads and footpaths contribute to congestion and restrict movement.
Parking management is another area under review. The proposed approach involves better use of existing parking space, digital systems, stricter action against illegal parking and closer integration with public transport. Future parking infrastructure, she said, must also support electric mobility as vehicle ownership continues to grow.
Monsoon planning focuses on accountability
With the monsoon season underway, the government has issued the Flood Control Order 2026 and assigned nodal officers to identified waterlogging locations. A 24-hour Central Flood Control Room has been operating since June 15, while drains have been desilted and mobile pumping units deployed for emergency response.
The government has also identified vulnerable low-lying areas using lessons from the 2023 floods. Emergency plans and evacuation arrangements are being prepared in coordination with relevant departments. Gupta said heavy rainfall cannot always be prevented, but preparedness, quick response and clear responsibility can reduce disruption.
Yamuna clean-up requires sustained work
On the Yamuna, Gupta said the government is treating river restoration as a long-term mission rather than a symbolic campaign. Work is underway on drain management, desilting, sewage treatment, interception of untreated wastewater and coordination among multiple agencies.
She acknowledged that restoring the river will take time because pollution and infrastructure gaps have developed over decades. However, she said each operational sewage treatment facility, intercepted drain and restored river stretch would contribute to gradual improvement. The government’s stated objective is to combine scientific planning with continuous monitoring to protect the future of Delhi and the Yamuna.