The Odisha Government today moved the needle forward on electric mobility with its upcoming EV Policy 2.0. Co-hosted by the Commerce & Transport and Energy Departments, the high-level meeting was chaired by Principal Secretaries Smt. Usha Padhee and Shri Vishal Kumar Dev.
The policy envisions a transformative shift, aiming for at least 50% Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) in all new vehicle registrations by the year 2036. This marks a significant leap from 1.16% in 2021 to 8.71% as of June 2025.
The meeting highlighted robust public charging infrastructure with 550+ PCS already operational, bolstered by strategic expansion under a newly released Request for Proposal (RFP). The revised policy is expected to enhance EV buyer and Charge Point Operator (CPO) incentives, support empanelled CPOs through budget allocations on a first-come-first-served basis, and propose a new EV Fund financed via levies on ICE vehicles.
Addressing range anxiety remains a critical focus, with accelerated PCS rollout planned in urban and semi-urban areas. Odisha’s approach blends demand incentives with supply-side support for OEMs to foster a holistic electric mobility ecosystem.
Additionally, the state aims to leverage the PM e-DRIVE Scheme for fiscal backing to bolster EV adoption rates. Suggestions from the Commerce & Transport Department have already been submitted to the Centre for consideration in the scheme guidelines.
This forward-looking plan aligns seamlessly with the broader Odisha Vision 2036, which targets significant adoption of electric and alternative fuel vehicles across the state.
Emphasising evidence-based policymaking, officials stressed a data-driven, integrated strategy using insights from the 2021 EV policy, coupled with cross-departmental and industry collaboration. Odisha aspires to be a national model for green mobility, charting a decisive path toward reduced emissions and a sustainable future.
