New Delhi, Dec. 2 -- As of November 23, 2023, the Indian government has disbursed Rs 1,634.62 crore as a subsidy under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme.

An allocation of Rs 500 crore is designated for e-ambulances, with the scheme extended until March 31, 2028, for these and other segments, while the deadline for e2Ws and e-3Ws remains March 31, 2026.

A total of Rs 2,000 crore is earmarked for public electric vehicle charging infrastructure, but no grants have yet been awarded. The scheme includes allocations of e-buses, with 1,500 for Mumbai and 2,800 for Delhi.

Guidelines for EV charging infrastructure have been issued, offering significant subsidies for public charging stations across various locations. Priority is given to urban centers with ...