Telangana Auto EV Subsidy: Govt Plans 100% Subsidy for Electric Conversion Kits for Auto Drivers
Telangana government plans a 100% subsidy for electric conversion kits for auto drivers under the Telangana Auto EV Subsidy policy. Around 1.26 lakh autos may be converted to EVs with ₹200 crore budget allocation.
Hyderabad: In a major development for transport workers, the Telangana government is planning a 100% subsidy for electric conversion kits for auto drivers under the proposed Telangana Auto EV Subsidy policy. The initiative aims to convert petrol and diesel autos into electric vehicles and reduce pollution across Hyderabad and the state.
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The proposal is part of the government’s broader efforts to promote clean and eco-friendly transport in Telangana while also lowering fuel expenses for auto drivers.
New Retrofitment Policy for Autos
Under the proposed Telangana Auto EV Subsidy scheme, the government plans to introduce a retrofitment policy that will allow existing autos to be converted into electric vehicles.
The key features of the policy include:
- Electric kits to convert petrol and diesel autos into EVs
- 100% subsidy for auto drivers for installing electric kits
- ₹200 crore allocation proposed in the 2026–27 state budget
- Focus on reducing pollution and fuel costs
The decision was discussed during a meeting between Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and officials of the Transport Department regarding measures to control pollution in Hyderabad.
Over 1.26 Lakh Autos Likely to Be Converted to EVs
Officials estimate that around 1.26 lakh autorickshaws operating around Hyderabad, including the Outer Ring Road areas, may be converted to electric vehicles in a phased manner.
The government believes that converting petrol and diesel autos into electric autos will significantly reduce urban pollution levels and improve air quality in the city.
Estimated Cost of Electric Conversion Kits
Authorities estimate that installing an electric retrofit kit in an existing auto may cost between ₹1.5 lakh and ₹2 lakh.
However, under the proposed Telangana Auto EV Subsidy plan, the government intends to provide full financial assistance through subsidy, ensuring that auto drivers do not face any financial burden.
Benefits for Auto Drivers and the Environment
The Telangana Auto EV Subsidy scheme is expected to bring several benefits for both auto drivers and the environment.
Major Advantages
- Reduced fuel costs for auto drivers
- Lower maintenance expenses compared to petrol and diesel vehicles
- Cleaner air and reduced pollution in Hyderabad
- Promotion of electric mobility in Telangana
Officials say that the retrofitment policy for converting autos into EVs will support the state’s vision of creating a pollution-free Telangana.
Government Focus on Pollution-Free Telangana
The Revanth Reddy government has been focusing on policies aimed at reducing pollution and promoting electric mobility. The proposed Telangana Auto EV Subsidy with 100% subsidy for electric conversion kits is part of these efforts.
If implemented, the policy will help thousands of auto drivers switch to electric vehicles without financial stress, while also helping the state move toward cleaner and sustainable transportation.
The Telangana Auto EV Subsidy plan for auto drivers, including the ₹200 crore allocation and 100% subsidy for electric kits, is expected to play a key role in transforming the city’s auto transport system in the coming years.
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