The Telangana government has introduced a new Electric Vehicle (EV) policy, effective November 20, to promote cleaner air and reduce pollution, particularly in Hyderabad. Announced by state transport minister Ponnam Prabhakar, the policy offers tax exemptions and support for EV adoption.

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• Full exemption on road tax and registration fees for EVs for two years, valid until December 31, 2026.
• No cap on the number of EVs eligible for tax exemptions, replacing the earlier 5,000-EV limit.
• Tax exemptions cover two-wheelers, four-wheelers, taxis, tourist cabs, auto-rickshaws, tractors, and electric buses.
• Buyers of two-wheelers can save up to ₹15,000, and four-wheelers can save up to ₹3 lakh in taxes.
• Companies operating electric buses for employee transportation also exempt from taxes.
• Government to partner with EV manufacturers to set up charging stations in urban and highway locations.
• Plan to phase out 15-year-old vehicles and replace 3,000 buses in Hyderabad with electric buses.
• Citizens encouraged to choose EVs to reduce pollution and protect the environment.
• Air quality in Hyderabad on November 18 was moderate (123), significantly better than Delhi’s severe 494.
• Part of Congress-led government’s push for cleaner air and sustainable growth in Telangana.