Delhi is doubling down on its EV adoption strategy, and this time, it's not just about adding more charging stations. If you’re used to parking your petrol or diesel car in an EV-only spot, you might soon have to pay a fine.

Under the upcoming Delhi EV Policy 2.0, authorities are considering penalties for non-EVs occupying parking spaces meant for electric vehicles. Along with this, the policy introduces mandatory EV parking allocations in buildings, fast-charging stations under flyovers, and incentives to boost charging infrastructure.

Here’s a look at what’s changing and how it impacts both EV and non-EV owners.

Fines for ICE vehicles in EV parking spots?

The new policy proposal suggests penalizing internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles parked in EV-only spaces in public parking lots. While exact fine details haven’t been disclosed, this move aligns with global practices where non-EVs blocking charging spots often face hefty fines.

Authorities also plan to regulate public parking lots by ensuring a minimum number of EV charging stations. This means that apart from dedicated EV parking in buildings, general parking areas will also see an increase in charging infrastructure.

Mandatory EV parking in new and old buildings

To further boost charging access, Delhi’s EV Policy 2.0 mandates:

• 20% of parking spaces in all new buildings (with 20+ parking spots) must be EV-ready
• Older buildings must reserve at least 5% of parking for EVs
• No Occupancy Certificate (OC) for new buildings unless they comply

For example, a commercial building with 100 parking spots must allocate at least 20 for EVs, ensuring enough charging access for growing EV users.

EV charging stations under flyovers and along major roads

In an ambitious move, Delhi plans to transform Ring Road and Outer Ring Road into “EV-ready” corridors, installing charging stations:

• Under flyovers
• Along major roadways
• In public parking spaces

This will make it easier for EV users to find charging points, reducing the anxiety of running out of charge in the middle of the city.

13,200 public charging stations by 2030

The government is targeting 13,200 public charging stations by 2030, with a goal of having at least one every five kilometers. However, given that only 4,800 of the 48,000 required charging points under the previous policy have been installed, meeting this target will be a challenge.

To encourage private investment, Delhi is offering subsidies to set up chargers:

• ₹15–30 lakh for large public charging stations
• ₹2,500 per AC charger (first 15,000 applicants)
• ₹20,000 per DC charger (first 2,000 applicants)

What this means for Delhi’s EV owners

For EV users, these policies bring better charging access, more dedicated parking, and a push towards cleaner mobility. However, enforcement will be key—fines for non-EVs in EV spots will only work if properly implemented.

As Delhi gears up for EV Policy 2.0’s official rollout next month, more details will emerge on fines, incentives, and infrastructure plans. Until then, if you’re still driving a petrol or diesel car, think twice before parking in an EV space—you might soon have to pay for it!