{"id":35595,"date":"2025-07-15T12:46:47","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T07:16:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35595"},"modified":"2025-07-15T12:46:49","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T07:16:49","slug":"india-ev-policy-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"India EV Policy 2025: Harsh Malhotra Opens India Energy Storage Week"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#India_EV_Policy_2025_Harsh_Malhotra_inaugurates_India_Energy_Storage_Week_to_highlight_electric_mobility_FAME-II_scheme_and_Net-Zero_goals_for_2070\" >India EV Policy 2025: Harsh Malhotra inaugurates India Energy Storage Week to highlight electric mobility, FAME-II scheme, and Net-Zero goals for 2070.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Harsh%E2%80%AFMalhotra_Opens_India_Energy_Storage_Week%E2%80%AF2025_%E2%80%94_Driving_Indias_EV_Revolution\" >Harsh\u202fMalhotra Opens India Energy Storage Week\u202f2025 \u2014 Driving India\u2019s EV Revolution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Green_Policies_for_Accessible_EV_Adoption\" >Green Policies for Accessible EV Adoption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Multi%E2%80%91Modal_Logistics_Parks_Go_Green\" >Multi\u2011Modal Logistics Parks Go Green<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Ambitious_Renewable_Energy_Targets\" >Ambitious Renewable Energy Targets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Battery_Innovation_Circular_Economy\" >Battery Innovation &amp; Circular Economy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Towards_Net%E2%80%91Zero_by_2070\" >Towards Net\u2011Zero by 2070<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Why_This_News_Matters\" >Why This News Matters<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Fueling_Cleaner_Sustainable_Transportation\" >Fueling Cleaner, Sustainable Transportation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Driving_Regional_Economic_Growth\" >Driving Regional Economic Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Policy_Awareness_for_Aspirants\" >Policy Awareness for Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Energy_Infrastructure_Logistics_Implications\" >Energy Infrastructure &amp; Logistics Implications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Tech_Focus_Batteries_Circular_Economy\" >Tech Focus: Batteries &amp; Circular Economy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Historical_Context_Indias_EV_Clean%E2%80%91Energy_Push\" >Historical Context: India\u2019s EV &amp; Clean\u2011Energy Push<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_India_Energy_Storage_Week_2025\" >Key Takeaways from India Energy Storage Week 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#1_What_is_India_Energy_Storage_Week_IESW\" >1. What is India Energy Storage Week (IESW)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#2_Who_inaugurated_IESW_2025\" >2. Who inaugurated IESW 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#3_What_are_the_key_government_schemes_supporting_electric_mobility_in_India\" >3. What are the key government schemes supporting electric mobility in India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#4_What_is_Indias_renewable_energy_target_by_2030\" >4. What is India\u2019s renewable energy target by 2030?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#5_Why_is_energy_storage_crucial_for_India\" >5. Why is energy storage crucial for India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#6_What_benefits_do_EV_users_receive_under_government_policies\" >6. What benefits do EV users receive under government policies?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-ev-policy-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_EV_Policy_2025_Harsh_Malhotra_inaugurates_India_Energy_Storage_Week_to_highlight_electric_mobility_FAME-II_scheme_and_Net-Zero_goals_for_2070\"><\/span><strong>India EV Policy 2025: Harsh Malhotra inaugurates India Energy Storage Week to highlight electric mobility, FAME-II scheme, and Net-Zero goals for 2070.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Harsh%E2%80%AFMalhotra_Opens_India_Energy_Storage_Week%E2%80%AF2025_%E2%80%94_Driving_Indias_EV_Revolution\"><\/span>Harsh\u202fMalhotra Opens India Energy Storage Week\u202f2025 \u2014 Driving India\u2019s EV Revolution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Minister of State for Road Transport &amp; Highways and Corporate Affairs, Shri Harsh\u202fMalhotra, inaugurated a pivotal session\u2014<strong>\u201cIndia\u2019s Roadmap for Vehicle Electrification\u201d<\/strong>\u2014at India Energy Storage Week 2025 (IESW) on July\u202f10, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi  He underscored the Modi government\u2019s unwavering commitment to fostering electric mobility and building a vibrant EV manufacturing ecosystem, bolstered by flagship schemes like <strong>PM E\u2011Drive<\/strong> and <strong>FAME\u2011II<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Green_Policies_for_Accessible_EV_Adoption\"><\/span>Green Policies for Accessible EV Adoption<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Malhotra emphasized that the shift toward electric transport is not just technological, but essential for climate targets and energy security The government has rolled out supportive regulations, including <strong>EV retrofitting norms<\/strong> and <strong>toll\u2011tax exemptions<\/strong>, aimed at making EVs more economically viable for consumers <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multi%E2%80%91Modal_Logistics_Parks_Go_Green\"><\/span>Multi\u2011Modal Logistics Parks Go Green<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To enhance clean commerce, new <strong>Multi\u2011Modal Logistics Parks<\/strong> are being developed with EV\u2011friendly infrastructure, linking roads, railways, and warehousing. These facilities are expected to reduce logistics costs and emissions, positioning India as a <strong>clean and connected transport hub<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ambitious_Renewable_Energy_Targets\"><\/span>Ambitious Renewable Energy Targets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aligned with climate action, the government is targeting <strong>500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030<\/strong> At IESW, the session highlighted India\u2019s ambition to emerge as a <strong>global hub for clean mobility<\/strong>, calling on industry stakeholders to invest in green solutions <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battery_Innovation_Circular_Economy\"><\/span>Battery Innovation &amp; Circular Economy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A significant highlight was the call for developing <strong>battery technologies suited to Indian climates<\/strong>, with increased R&amp;D, domestic manufacturing, and circular practices, including recycling and reuse Malhotra stressed that batteries are the heart of the EV revolution in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Towards_Net%E2%80%91Zero_by_2070\"><\/span>Towards Net\u2011Zero by 2070<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reflecting on 11 years of industrial growth, he noted that current efforts are now focused on achieving <strong>India\u2019s Net\u2011Zero target by 2070<\/strong>, in alignment with Prime Minister Modi\u2019s long\u2011term vision <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"India-EV-policy-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ddnews.gov.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/harsh-malhotra-1.jpg\" alt=\"India EV policy 2025\" title=\"India EV policy 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India EV policy 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Matters\"><\/span>Why This News Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fueling_Cleaner_Sustainable_Transportation\"><\/span>Fueling Cleaner, Sustainable Transportation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With climate goals in sight, India\u2019s electrification policies\u2014such as <strong>FAME\u2011II<\/strong> and <strong>E\u2011Drive schemes<\/strong>\u2014are crucial. They not only reduce carbon footprints but also help meet global climate pledges and energy independence<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Driving_Regional_Economic_Growth\"><\/span>Driving Regional Economic Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This initiative supports India becoming a <strong>clean mobility and manufacturing hub<\/strong>, enhancing job creation, investments in battery technology, and exports\u2014all essential for economic development and exam\u2011relevant topics in economy and industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Policy_Awareness_for_Aspirants\"><\/span>Policy Awareness for Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding EV incentives (like retrofitting norms and toll waivers) is vital for candidates of UPSC, SSC, and state PSC exams, which frequently feature questions on policy impact and government initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Energy_Infrastructure_Logistics_Implications\"><\/span>Energy Infrastructure &amp; Logistics Implications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The integration of EV facilities in Multi\u2011Modal Logistics Parks links to questions on infrastructure, transport planning, and supply chain optimization\u2014core areas in civil service and technical jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tech_Focus_Batteries_Circular_Economy\"><\/span>Tech Focus: Batteries &amp; Circular Economy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The focus on battery R&amp;D and recycling complements questions on sustainable development, innovation policy, and technology deployment\u2014topics common in defense, railways, banking, and government services exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Indias_EV_Clean%E2%80%91Energy_Push\"><\/span>Historical Context: India\u2019s EV &amp; Clean\u2011Energy Push<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the launch of <strong>FAME\u2011I (2015)<\/strong> and its enhanced second phase <strong>FAME\u2011II (2019)<\/strong>, India has aggressively promoted e-mobility through subsidies and incentives. Recent EV retrofitting regulations further open avenues for converting existing vehicles to electric, boosting affordability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 500\u202fGW renewable energy target\u2014part of India\u2019s NDCs under the Paris Agreement\u2014marks a continuation of its energy transition efforts. With increasing battery imports, the government is emphasizing domestic production and recycling to ensure both environmental and strategic advantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Net\u2011Zero by 2070 pledge, first outlined at <strong>COP26 (2021)<\/strong>, has steered national policies towards low-carbon pathways, underscoring energy storage\u2019s strategic importance in India\u2019s clean-energy journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_India_Energy_Storage_Week_2025\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from <em>India Energy Storage Week 2025<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>Inauguration<\/strong>: MoS Harsh\u202fMalhotra launched the \u201cIndia\u2019s Roadmap for Vehicle Electrification\u201d session at IESW 2025 <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>Policy Schemes<\/strong>: Highlighted government support via PM E\u2011Drive and FAME\u2011II for EV ecosystem development .<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>Support Measures<\/strong>: EV retrofitting norms and toll exemptions aim to make electric mobility affordable .<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>Renewable Ambition<\/strong>: India aims for 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030, boosting green energy and transport integration .<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Net\u2011Zero Vision<\/strong>: All efforts, including battery R&amp;D and logistics infrastructure, are aligned with achieving Net\u2011Zero carbon emissions by 2070 .<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India EV policy 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_India_Energy_Storage_Week_IESW\"><\/span>1. What is India Energy Storage Week (IESW)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India Energy Storage Week is an annual industry event focused on clean energy transition, electric mobility, and storage solutions. It brings together policymakers, researchers, manufacturers, and industry stakeholders to discuss India\u2019s roadmap for sustainable energy and electric vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_inaugurated_IESW_2025\"><\/span>2. Who inaugurated IESW 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shri Harsh Malhotra, Minister of State for Road Transport &amp; Highways and Corporate Affairs, inaugurated the &#8220;India\u2019s Roadmap for Vehicle Electrification&#8221; session during IESW 2025 held in New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_are_the_key_government_schemes_supporting_electric_mobility_in_India\"><\/span>3. What are the key government schemes supporting electric mobility in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The major schemes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>FAME-II<\/strong> (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PM E\u2011Drive Scheme<\/strong> for incentivizing electric vehicle adoption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Battery swapping and retrofitting policies<\/strong> for affordability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_Indias_renewable_energy_target_by_2030\"><\/span>4. What is India\u2019s renewable energy target by 2030?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India is aiming to achieve <strong>500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based power generation capacity<\/strong> by 2030 to fulfill its climate commitments and support clean mobility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Why_is_energy_storage_crucial_for_India\"><\/span>5. Why is energy storage crucial for India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy storage systems help stabilize the grid, support electric vehicle deployment, reduce fossil fuel dependency, and enhance energy security. They are also key to achieving the Net-Zero carbon goal by 2070.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_benefits_do_EV_users_receive_under_government_policies\"><\/span>6. What benefits do EV users receive under government policies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>EV users in India can benefit from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Encouragement for local battery production<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Toll exemptions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Subsidies under FAME-II<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Support for vehicle retrofitting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reduced GST on EVs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline 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