As India prepares for Budget 2026, the automotive sector is sharpening its focus on what it believes will define the next phase of mobility growth. Industry leaders are urging the government to prioritise electric vehicle charging infrastructure while fine tuning incentive frameworks that support domestic manufacturing. The message from automakers and suppliers is clear that policy support now can determine how quickly India transitions to cleaner and more competitive mobility.
One of the strongest demands from the auto industry is a faster and wider rollout of EV charging stations. While electric vehicle adoption has picked up momentum in two wheelers and fleet segments, range anxiety and uneven access to chargers continue to limit growth in passenger vehicles and smaller towns. Manufacturers argue that a national charging network spanning highways urban centres and semi urban regions is essential to build consumer confidence. They also point out that affordable and reliable charging can make EV ownership more practical for everyday users rather than early adopters.
Alongside infrastructure spending the industry is also seeking clarity on taxation linked to charging services. Aligning taxes on EV charging with the lower rates applicable to electric vehicles themselves could reduce operating costs and encourage private investment in charging networks. For automakers this would also support higher sales volumes and improve the overall economics of electric mobility.
Another key expectation from Budget 2026 centres on changes to the Production Linked Incentive scheme for the auto sector. The PLI programme has played a role in encouraging localisation of components and advanced technologies but companies believe it can be made more effective. Suggestions include easing entry criteria so that a wider range of manufacturers and suppliers can participate and extending incentives to emerging technologies such as advanced batteries power electronics and software driven vehicle systems.
Industry stakeholders are also calling for consistency and long term visibility in policy. Investments in EV manufacturing battery plants and supply chains require multi year planning. Stable incentive structures and predictable duty regimes would help companies commit capital with greater confidence. This is particularly important as global competition intensifies and India seeks to position itself as a manufacturing hub for future mobility solutions.
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