In a landmark move toward sustainable development, the government officially launched the National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025-30 on Thursday. The policy, introduced by Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, aims to revolutionize Pakistan’s transport sector by accelerating the shift to clean and energy-efficient electric vehicles (EVs).
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Speaking at a press conference, Khan described the initiative as a transformative step toward industrial modernization, environmental protection, and energy conservation. The policy aligns with the prime minister’s vision of fostering affordable, eco-friendly transportation while boosting local industry and reducing carbon emissions.
Key Targets of the NEV Policy
- 30% of all new vehicles sold in Pakistan by 2030 will be electric.
- Annual savings of 2.07 billion litres of fuel, cutting nearly $1 billion in fuel imports.
- Reduction of 4.5 million tons of carbon emissions per year.
- $405 million in annual savings on health-related costs due to reduced pollution.
Subsidies and Incentives
To encourage adoption, the government has allocated Rs9 billion in subsidies for FY 2025-26, supporting:
- 116,053 electric bikes
- 3,171 electric rickshaws
- 25% of subsidies reserved for women, ensuring safe and affordable mobility options.
A fully digital platform has been introduced for transparent subsidy disbursement, covering application submission and verification.
Expanding EV Infrastructure
The policy also includes plans to install 40 new EV charging stations along motorways, spaced approximately 105 kilometres apart, to facilitate long-distance travel for electric vehicles.
This initiative marks a significant leap toward a greener, more sustainable Pakistan, reducing reliance on fossil fuels while promoting economic and environmental benefits.
