Promoting Electric Vehicles in India:
Opportunities and Challenges
S Lingamurthy*, Vengalarao Pachava** and Shivanjali Shukla***
PUBLISHED : 11 JUNE 2024
Abstract
Electric Vehicles (EVs), recognized for their environmental and long run economic advantages,
are emerging as potential successors to traditional Internal Combustion Engines (ICEs) in
India, a prominent automotive market. However, barriers like high purchase costs, insufficient
charging facilities, and battery-range concerns limit their broader acceptance. This review
delves into the opportunities and challenges related to EV adoption in India, and proposes a
comprehensive policy framework. This approach integrates financial incentives, infrastructure
development, R&D support, fleet electrification, renewable energy use, educational initiatives,
workforce training, and industry collaboration to boost EV adoption. The study also highlights
the need of public-private partnerships, the development of consumer awareness programmes,
the cultivation of trust in electric-vehicle technology, and an emphasis on the long-term
environmental and economic advantages. India can become a worldwide hub for EVs and
boost local manufacturing at the same time by creating a favourable climate for its adoption.
Key Words
EV-Adoption, Charging infrastructure, Consumer attitudes, Electric vehicles
(EVs), Environmental advantages, Financial incentives, Governmental
regulations, Policy framework
Author Biography
S Lingamurthy Associate Professor, Department of Economic Studies and Planning, School of Business Studies, Central
University of Karnataka, India. E-mail:
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Vengalarao Pachava Assistant Professor, SVKM’s NMIMS University, Hyderabad, India. E-mail:
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Shivanjali Shukla Doctoral Scholar, Department of Economic Studies and Planning, School of Business Studies, Central
University of Karnataka, India. E-mail:
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