Odisha EV Policy: The Odisha government has declared the implementation of its new Electric Vehicle Policy 2.0. With an ambitious goal to make BEVs hold not less than 50% of all new vehicle registrations. The step represents a major ramp-up in the state’s efforts towards clean transportation and sustainable mobility.
Odisha EV Policy: Highlights and Key Features
- Increased Incentives: The new policy extends the timeline of the original Odisha EV Policy 2021. Adds increased incentives for both EV consumers. Charge Point Operators (CPOs), with the objective of driving demand. Fostering charging infrastructure development.
- Charging Infrastructure Increase: Odisha has more than 550 public charging points. Including outlets run by two-wheeler companies, oil marketing companies, and power utilities. The State Transport Authority (STA) has floated requests for proposals. To augment charging stations in strategic locations throughout the state.
- Increasing EV Adoption: The state has seen a remarkable uptick in EV registrations. From 1.16% of new vehicle registrations in 2021 to 8.71% as of June 20, 2025. This is due to sustained policy initiatives and growing consumer awareness.
- Holistic Approach: The policy follows a two-fold approach. Stimulating the supply side through encouraging local manufacturing. The demand side by offering incentives to consumers. This is designed to achieve inclusive and balanced growth of the EV ecosystem.
- Subsidy Structure: Two-wheeler owners are currently eligible for subsidies of up to ₹20,000. Three-wheeler owners get a flat subsidy of ₹30,000. Four-wheeler buyers can benefit from subsidies of up to ₹1.5 lakh. These incentives will be further increased under Policy 2.0.
Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo, also Energy Minister, highlighted the government’s dedication to a fair energy transition. He declared that all government officials driving into the state secretariat would be asked to drive electric vehicles, which represents a major policy change in an effort to encourage EV usage in government processes.
Industry Reacts on Odisha EV Policy
While the policy has been praised as ambitious. Industry watchers point out that challenges persist. The absence of a strong and ubiquitous charging network in the past. It has already undermined consumer confidence and decelerated sales. But the government’s fresh thrust towards infrastructure and incentives is likely to fill these loopholes. Automobile dealers in the state are optimistic, anticipating the notification. Implementation of the new policy will usher in a new era for Odisha’s automotive sector.
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With global automakers like Mercedes-Benz, Skoda-Volkswagen, Hyundai, and Kia. Expressing interest in India’s EV market. Odisha’s proactive policy stance positions the state as a potential hub for EV manufacturing. The government’s multi-pronged strategy meshing regulatory orders, fiscal incentives, and infrastructure creation. It is a concerted attempt to position Odisha at the forefront of India’s electric mobility revolution.
