The PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) program, which went into force on October 1, 2024, and will continue to operate until March 31, 2026, has caused an unparalleled upswing in the electric vehicle (EV) market in India.
The program intends to build a strong domestic EV manufacturing ecosystem, build a robust charging infrastructure, and speed up EV adoption, according to a post by PIB India on X.
PIB India posted on X, “Significant increase in sales of electric vehicles.” The October 1, 2026, implementation of the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme will continue until March 31, 2026. This plan’s main objectives are to build a robust EV manufacturing ecosystem nationwide, provide the required charging infrastructure, and hasten the adoption of electric cars (EVs).
According to a magazine study quoted by PIB in its post, the scheme’s impact is clear, as seen by the record-breaking surge in EV sales. Sales of electric two-wheelers increased to 5,71,411 units in 2024–2025, according to data, thanks to complementing programs like PM E-DRIVE and the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS).
Furthermore, 1,164 electric three-wheelers, such as e-rickshaws and e-carts, were sold within the same time period, compared to 71,501 three-wheelers in the L5 category.
India’s aggressive net-zero goal by 2070 is in line with the government’s concentrated drive for EV adoption, underscoring its dedication to environmentally friendly transportation.
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