India, April 11 -- In an effort to accelerate EV adoption and improve the air quality in Delhi, the state government is considering offering a purchase subsidy of up to INR 30,000 for buying two-wheeler EVs under its upcoming Electric Vehicle Policy 2.0.

Citing officials and a draft policy document, PTI reported that the proposal, which is still under government consideration, proposes an incentive of INR 10,000 per kWh (up to INR 30,000) on two-wheeler EVs for all buyers. An additional INR 10,000 may be offered for scrapping petrol two-wheelers that are over 12 years old.

The report also said that the first 10,000 women holding a valid driving licence will be eligible for subsidy calculated at INR 12,000 per kWh and capped at INR 36,00...