Andhra Pradesh Government Announces Five Model E-Mobility Cities Under EV Policy 4.0

Andhra Pradesh Unveils Ambitious Sustainable Electric Mobility Policy 4.0

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has taken a significant step towards promoting green urban transport systems by operationalising the Andhra Pradesh Sustainable Electric Mobility Policy 4.0. The policy aims to create a sustainable, technology-driven, and future-ready urban mobility ecosystem in the state.

The policy has identified five model e-mobility cities across the state, including Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Nellore, and Tirupati. These cities will serve as representatives of different administrative regions for implementing electric mobility ecosystems. The policy envisions the development of EV charging infrastructure, green routes, battery swapping stations, zero emission zones, and integrated urban mobility systems to accelerate electric vehicle adoption.

Under the framework, the government has proposed a dedicated corpus fund of Rs 250 crore to support infrastructure and adoption initiatives. This includes allocating Rs 50 crore for each identified city. The plan also includes the development of one EV charging station per 3x3 km grid within cities and one station every 30 km along inter-city green corridors and highways.

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The policy outlines phased implementation covering EV charging networks, green freight corridors, electric public transport systems, renewable energy integration, and smart urban mobility planning. City-specific plans include green tourism mobility in Visakhapatnam, logistics-focused EV infrastructure in Vijayawada, river transport electrification in Rajahmundry, fisheries logistics in Nellore, and pilgrim mobility in Tirupati.

Comparison of Key Features of the Policy

The policy aligns with national guidelines such as Ministry of Power EV norms, PM E-DRIVE scheme, and state-level sustainable building codes to ensure standardised implementation. The government has directed officials to implement the framework in phases while planning regulatory changes to incorporate mandatory EV charging provisions in building norms.

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The notification is expected to accelerate the state's transition towards sustainable urban mobility and establish a replicable model for electric mobility-led urban transformation. According to the government, the initiative will attract investments in EV manufacturing, charging infrastructure, battery technologies, and allied sectors while generating employment opportunities.