Karnataka has launched the ‘Clean Mobility Policy 2025-2030' with an aim to attract an investment of ₹50,000 crore across the clean mobility value chain. It has the potential to generate 1 lakh new jobs. This was unveiled by the state's Energy Minister K.J. George at the Invest Karnataka summit. The policy aims to position Karnataka as Asia’s top clean mobility hub while accelerating the state’s transition to a sustainable, future-ready transportation ecosystem.
The policy is offering subsidies upto 25 per cent on total invested capex across Karnataka, including Bengaluru urban and Bengaluru rural regions, which are eligible for a 20 per cent capex subsidy. Currently, Karnataka has 2.5 lakh registered EVs and 5,403 EV charging stations, ranking third in India for EV adoption. This policy targets the installation of an additional 2,600 charging stations through public-private partnerships in the state.
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This policy also aims at establishing three mobility clusters in Gauribidanur, Dharwad and Harohalli, bringing together OEMs, suppliers and testing facilities to drive innovation and manufacturing. The policy will also enable the introduction of capital subsidies for the development of fast-charging stations, battery-swapping networks, and hydrogen fuelling stations to ensure a reliable clean energy network statewide.
The policy will encourage collaborating with global institutions and expanding EV-focused training programmes in ITIs, polytechnics, and universities to build a specialized workforce for the clean mobility industry. As per the state government announcement, Karnataka, through such a policy, is pioneering the future of green transportation across Asia.
The policy aims at making the state a global hub for clean mobility. As per the government's statement, the clean mobility policy aligns with Karnataka’s broader goals of reducing carbon emissions, enhancing air quality, and positioning the state as a leader in the global shift towards sustainable mobility.
