Archive · 6 Aug 2025
India's EV Race: Delhi, Maharashtra Lead in New Index
India is making progress with electric vehicles!
Delhi, Maharashtra, and Chandigarh are doing the best, according to a new report.
The report looks at how well states are using EVs, how many charging stations they have, and if they are inventing new things in the EV world.
More and more people are buying EVs in India.
Also, the government is helping by creating EV policies to encourage the use of these cars.
Delhi, Maharashtra, and Chandigarh lead in Niti Aayog's EV index.
The index assesses states on EV adoption, infrastructure, and innovation.
India's EV sales have risen from 0.5% in 2018 to 7.7% in 2024.
Over 25,000 public charging stations are operational across India.
29 states/UTs have EV policies; 4 more are in draft stages.
- Who
- Niti Aayog member Rajiv Gauba launched the index.
- What
- Niti Aayog's India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) ranking states on EV ecosystems.
- When
- The index was launched in 2024 and assesses data through that year.
- Where
- Across various states and Union Territories in India.
- Why
- To measure state-wise progress, align with national goals, and support planning.
- Index Name
- India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI)
- Top Performers
- Delhi, Maharashtra, Chandigarh
- EV Sales (2018)
- 0.5% of vehicle sales
- EV Sales (2024)
- 7.7% of new vehicle sales
- Public Charging Stations
- Over 25,000
- EV Policies
- 29 states/UTs have EV policies