New Delhi mandates electric vehicle transition for public transport to mitigate air quality crisis

The Delhi government has initiated a transition to electric vehicles for public transport and commercial fleets to address chronic winter smog and hazardous air quality levels. While the policy aims to reduce vehicular emissions, the efficacy of the mandate remains uncertain due to existing gaps in charging infrastructure and grid capacity. This shift represents a significant attempt to decouple urban growth from fossil fuel-dependent transport in one of the world's most polluted cities.