The Delhi government has announced plans to expedite the clearance of approximately ₹140 crore in pending electric vehicle (EV) subsidies, following a directive from the Delhi High Court. The backlog, affecting more than 219,000EV owners, had accumulated over the past two years due to administrative delays and the lack of regular cabinet meetings.
The pending subsidies cover a wide range of vehicles under the Delhi Electric Vehicles Policy 2020, including 1.09 lakh two-wheelers and 83,724 three-wheelers. To date, the government has disbursed ₹177 crore in incentives, promoting the adoption of clean mobility solutions in the capital.
Transport Minister Pankaj Singh confirmed that the department is actively verifying all subsidy applications to ensure accurate and timely payments. Additionally, a dedicated online portal is being developed to streamline the disbursement process and prevent further delays.
The High Court, comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhayaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela, criticised the government’s reliance on the absence of a fixed disbursal timeline in the policy as justification for the delays. The bench emphasised that procedural hurdles should not prevent EV owners from receiving their entitled subsidies on time.
Officials noted that some of the delay was caused by interruptions in government functioning, including the arrest of former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, which led to suspended cabinet meetings and hindered timely approvals under the policy framework.
The current EV policy has been extended until March 31, 2026, and preparations for the Electric Vehicle Policy 2.0 are underway, aiming to strengthen incentives, expand coverage, and accelerate EV adoption in Delhi.
This decision reflects the government’s renewed commitment to supporting sustainable transportation and promoting India’s transition to electric mobility, ensuring that both individual and commercial EV users benefit from policy incentives.
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