India's ₹10,900 crore PM E-DRIVE scheme to electrify 28 lakh vehicles

By Vivek Dubey By Vivek Dubey CNBC-TV18.com CNBC-TV18.com Published Sept 13, 2024 Published Sept 13, 2024

Scheme Overview

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Demand Incentives

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E-Vouchers for Buyers

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E-Ambulance Initiative

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E-Bus Deployment

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E-Truck Promotion

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EV Charging Infrastructure

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Testing Facilities Upgradation

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Focus on Mass Mobility

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Aatmanirbhar Bharat Focus

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Employment Opportunities

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