January 17, 12:30 PM
Government's Push for Electric Mobility: Over 16 Lakh EVs Supported Through FAME-II Scheme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that the government is actively making policy decisions to expand electric mobility. He highlighted that the FAME-II scheme, launched five years ago, has provided subsidies exceeding ₹8,000 crore. This initiative facilitated the development of charging infrastructure, supporting over 16 lakh EVs, including more than 5,000 electric buses. In Delhi alone, over 1,200 electric buses are currently operating, provided by the Indian Government.
#WATCH | Bharat Mobility Global Expo | Delhi: PM Modi says, "... The government is making policy decisions for the expansion of electric mobility... The frame-2 scheme was launched 5 years ago. More than Rs. 8000 crores have been given as subsidy... Charging infrastructure was… pic.twitter.com/1c09zXVkon
— ANI (@ANI) January 17, 2025
January 17, 12:00 PM
PM Narendra Modi Innaugurates the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025
The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday at Bharat Mandapam. The inauguration took place in the presence of Union ministers Nitin Gadkari, H D Kumaraswamy, Jitan Ram Manjhi, Manohar Lal, Piyush Goyal, and Hardeep Singh Puri, along with leaders from the automobile sector.
Speaking at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. Driven by the aspirations of the people, India's automobile sector is witnessing an unprecedented transformation. @bharat_mobility
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 17, 2025
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New Delhi: The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 will be highlighted by a focus on electric vehicles, with global EV makers such as Vietnam’s VinFast and China’s BYD Motor making their debut. The first electric vehicle by Maruti Suzuki, the e Vitara SUV, will be unveiled, and the electric Creta will be launched by Hyundai. The event is set to be innaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
An innovative G-Turn feature in the electric G Wagon by Mercedes Benz will be showcased in its experience zone, with the vehicle priced at ₹3 crore. The fastest MG Roadster, the Cyberster, will be highlighted by JSW MG Motor.
For the first time, free entry will be provided on all public days starting January 19. Over five lakh visitors, including approximately 5,100 international participants, are expected to attend across three venues: Bharat Mandapam, Yashobhoomi, and India Expo Centre & Mart. Alongside vehicle displays, connected vehicles and autonomous driving technologies will be featured in the Tech Pavilion.