Karnataka launches Clean Mobility Policy to make it Asia's top clean mobility hub

Karnataka Energy Minister K J George on Feb 14 unveiled the Clean Mobility Policy 2025-2030 during Invest Karnataka 2025.

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, according to an official statement.

The policy targets investments of₹50,000 crore across the clean mobility value chain, with a vision to generate one lakh new jobs in the sector.

It offers subsidies of up to 25% on total invested capex across Karnataka.

Bengaluru Urban and Bengaluru Rural regions are eligible for a 20 per cent capex subsidy.

Currently, the state has 5,403 electric vehicle charging stations, and the policy aims to install an additional 2,600 stations through public-private partnerships.

The policy also focuses on developing clean mobility clusters by establishing three world-class mobility hubs in Gauribidanur, Dharwad, and Harohalli.

Additionally, it introduces capital subsidies for setting up fast-charging stations, battery-swapping networks, and hydrogen fueling stations to ensure a reliable clean energy network across the state.

The government stated that it will promote collaborations with global institutions and expand EV-focused training programs in industrial training institutes, polytechnics and universities to build a specialized workforce for the clean mobility industry.

Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, Karnataka Minister for Large and Medium Industries M B Patil and Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor were present on the occasion.

(PTI)