India Allocates Rs. 493.55 Crore To Support Over 3.72 Lakh Electric Vehicles; India Installs 5,293 EV Charging Stations and More...
In a bid to accelerate green mobility and enhance the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing ecosystem in India, the Ministry of Heavy Industries has announced the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) 2024. Officially launched through gazette notification 1334 (E) on 13th March 2024, the scheme will run from April 1, 2024, to July 31, 2024, with a total budget of Rs. 500 crore.
In a significant push towards enhancing electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, the Indian government has established 5,293 EV charging stations along national highways. This development is detailed in an official announcement, with a substantial portion of these stations set up under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, amounting to an expenditure of Rs. 178 Crore.
Yulu , India’s largest shared electric vehicle (EV) mobility technology firm, has launched its innovative service in Hyderabad, Telangana. The inauguration event, graced by Mr. Jayesh Ranjan (IAS), Special Chief Secretary, Information Technology and Industries & Commerce, Government of Telangana, featured an energetic EV rally by delivery partners from Swiggy, Blinkit, Zepto, and other brands.
Kia India , the country’s leading premium carmaker, has introduced a lease program for its flagship electric vehicle, the EV6. This move follows the remarkable success of Kia’s lease program, which saw significant traction within just two months of its launch.