Goa: A one-day conference called Policy Support & Enablers to Accelerate India’s Electric Mobility was held on the sidelines of the fourth Energy Transition Working Group (ETWG) meeting under India’s G20 Presidency. The event, organized by NITI Aayog and supported by WRI India and the Asian Development Bank, served as an important platform for national and international stakeholders to engage in meaningful discussions.
The conference aimed to explore viable financing, regulatory, and policy avenues to catalyze India’s decarbonization trajectory and advance the growth of electric mobility in the country. Notable attendees included NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Shri Suman Bery, Chief Minister of Goa Dr. Pramod Sawant, India’s G20 Sherpa Shri. Amitabh Kant, and other prominent dignitaries.
During the conference, in-depth discussions were conducted on key themes such as ‘Develop Vibrant EV Ecosystem in States’ and ‘the National Electric Bus Programme.’ Additionally, high-level dialogues and G20 talks focused on Electric Vehicle Finance Innovations and the Future Electric Mobility Landscape, providing valuable insights for stakeholders in navigating the evolving electric mobility ecosystem.
Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, made a significant announcement during the event, demonstrating Goa’s commitment to eco-friendly transportation. Starting in 2024, all new tourist vehicles in the state will be required to be electric, marking a significant milestone in Goa’s journey toward sustainable mobility. Moreover, permit holders overseeing multiple vehicles, including rental cars and bikes in Goa, have pledged to electrify 30% of their fleet through retrofitting by June 2024, making a substantial contribution to the state’s electrification efforts.
In his inaugural address, Shri Suman Bery, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, highlighted the transformative potential of the Indian EV industry and its positive impact on both the economy and the environment. He underscored the role of electric mobility in accelerating India’s economic growth along low-carbon pathways and supporting the nation’s net-zero vision for 2070.
During the event, India’s G20 Sherpa, Shri Amitabh Kant, delivered a special address, emphasizing the need to sustain the momentum of electric mobility in India. He stressed the “seven Cs” framework for EVs envisioned by the Prime Minister, focusing on the importance of a Common, Connected, Convenient, Congestion-free, Charged, Clean, and Cutting-edge approach.
Shri Amitabh Kant urged for the electrification of 100% of 2-wheelers and 3-wheelers, as well as 65-70% of buses by 2030. To achieve this vision, he highlighted the necessity of a low-cost financing framework, a robust charging infrastructure, and collaborative efforts among central, state, and city authorities. All of these efforts should be underpinned by a consistent policy framework.
