Context:
NITI Aayog has launched the India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) 2024, India’s first national-level benchmarking tool to assess the performance of States and UTs in transitioning to electric mobility.
About India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI)
A composite index developed by NITI Aayog to score all States/UTs on a 0–100 scale based on their progress in EV adoption, infrastructure development, and innovation ecosystems.
Objective
- To evaluate, compare, and guide States/UTs in their EV transition journey.
- To align sub-national actions with India’s net-zero target by 2070.
Evaluation Criteria
IEMI evaluates performance on 16 indicators under 3 major pillars:
- Transport Electrification Progress
- Tracks EV adoption across passenger, freight, and public transport segments.
- Charging Infrastructure Readiness
- Measures deployment of public and private charging stations, and supporting policy frameworks.
- EV Research and Innovation Ecosystem
- Assesses manufacturing base, R&D, and technological advancements in EV components.
Top Performing States/UTs:
- 1st: Delhi
- 2nd: Maharashtra
- 3rd: Chandigarh
National Trends:
- EV Share in Total Vehicle Sales: Increased from 5% in 2018 to 7.7% in 2024.
- Karnataka leads in terms of station count.
- EV Policies:
- 29 States/UTs have notified EV policies.
- 4 more are in the draft stage—indicating pan-India engagement.
Significance of IEMI
- Establishes a national benchmark for EV transition.
- Enhances data transparency and accountability.
- Facilitates climate-resilient transport planning.
- Acts as a tool for targeted interventions and resource allocation.
