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India is rapidly moving toward electric mobility. To reduce carbon emissions in the transport sector and achieve the target of net-zero emissions by 2070, both central and state governments are working together. In this direction, NITI Aayog has taken a major step by launching the India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) — the country’s first-ever tool to track and evaluate EV policy progress across states and union territories.
IEMI Launch: A Historic Initiative
The India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) will help states and union territories assess their progress toward electric mobility goals and allow them to learn from and compete with each other in a healthy way.
What is the India Electric Mobility Index?
The India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI), developed by NITI Aayog, is designed to track how well different states and UTs are performing in terms of EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and research and innovation.
The index is based on three main themes:
Transport Electrification: Measures how quickly states are adopting electric vehicles — including two-wheelers, three-wheelers, four-wheelers, and buses.
Charging Infrastructure Readiness: Evaluates the development of EV charging stations, battery-swapping facilities, and supportive charging policies.
EV Research and Innovation: Tracks progress in EV manufacturing, R&D efforts, and the strength of local supply chains.
Under these three themes, 16 key indicators are used to evaluate and score each state out of 100 points.
Why Was IEMI Needed?
India’s EV sector is expanding rapidly. While the central government has introduced several initiatives such as the FAME Scheme, PLI Scheme, and the National EV Policy, the success of electric mobility largely depends on state-level implementation.
Each state has unique conditions — road infrastructure, electricity availability, investment climate, and consumer awareness differ widely. Hence, a standardized framework was needed to evaluate their progress scientifically.
That’s where IEMI comes in — to identify which states are leading in EV adoption and which need to strengthen their efforts.
How Will IEMI Help?
The India Electric Mobility Index is not just a data-tracking tool — it’s a policy-enabling instrument designed to help states make better decisions.
Supports policy decisions: It helps states understand the real impact of their EV policies and identify areas for improvement.
Encourages healthy competition: As states compare scores, it will motivate them to perform better, fostering positive competition.
Facilitates knowledge sharing: States performing well in EV policy or infrastructure can serve as models for others to replicate their best practices.
Aligns with national goals: IEMI ensures that all states move in harmony toward India’s 2070 net-zero emission target.
Why Are States’ Roles So Important?
Reducing transport emissions cannot rely only on national-level policies. States are responsible for implementing EV-friendly measures such as tax incentives, vehicle registration benefits, public transport electrification, and the development of local charging networks.
Active participation from state governments can significantly accelerate India’s EV revolution, and IEMI will strengthen this decentralized approach.
What Impact Will IEMI Have?
Boosting the EV ecosystem: It will promote the growth of charging networks, battery manufacturing, and local EV production.
Attracting investments: States that perform well in the index will become preferred destinations for investors and EV companies.
Creating jobs: The EV boom will generate employment in battery technology, software, charging infrastructure, and maintenance sectors.
Protecting the environment: As EV adoption increases, carbon emissions and urban pollution levels will decrease.
The IEMI has been designed as a dynamic tool, meaning it will be updated regularly. As technology advances and EV adoption grows, the index will continue to track states’ progress and guide India’s journey toward sustainable mobility.
Conclusion
The India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) is more than just a report — it’s a roadmap for India’s EV transformation. It empowers states to measure their progress, learn from others, and strive for excellence.
With this initiative, India has made it clear that its EV revolution is not limited to central policies- it’s a collective mission involving states, cities, and citizens. Together, they are driving the nation toward a cleaner, sustainable, and energy-secure future.
