Major EV shift plan in Kol by 2030, dip in carbon emissions likely by 2.8m tonnes

KOLKATA: A major portion of the city’s automobile will shift to electric vehicles (EVs) over the next decade, according to the Kolkata Comprehensive Electric Mobility Plan, jointly prepared by the Asian Development Bank and Niti Ayog. Kolkata aims to achieve major EV penetration by 2030, resulting in a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions.

Niti Ayog has set specific targets for different vehicle categories. The plan envisions 50% of two-wheeler sales in Kolkata to be electric, with 100% electrification of three-wheelers.

Private four-wheelers are targeted to achieve a 15% EV market share while that of commercial four-wheelers is expected to reach 30%.