National Electric Vehicle Policy 2025-30 Launched in Pakistan
The Government of Pakistan officially launched the National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025-30, marking what officials are calling a historic and transformative step for the country. The announcement was made by Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production.
In simple words, this new policy is Pakistan’s roadmap to shift from traditional fuel-powered vehicles to clean, affordable, and eco-friendly electric vehicles (EVs) — and it brings with it some big changes.
What Is the NEV Policy All About?
The main aim of the policy is to reduce pollution, cut fuel costs, and boost the local auto industry. According to Haroon Akhtar Khan, the goal is for 30% of all new vehicles sold in Pakistan by 2030 to be electric.
This move is expected to:
- Save around 2.07 billion litres of fuel each year
- Cut carbon emissions by 4.5 million tons
- Save nearly $1 billion in foreign exchange
- Reduce healthcare costs by $405 million annually
Govt Support & Subsidies
To make this transition easier, the government has allocated Rs9 billion in subsidies for the fiscal year 2025-26. This money will help people buy:
- 116,053 electric bikes
- 3,171 electric rickshaws
25% of the subsidy is reserved for women, aiming to give them safer, more affordable transport options.
All of this will be managed through a fully digital platform, making applications and payments transparent and simple.
Charging Infrastructure & Innovations
The policy includes a plan to build 40 new EV charging stations along motorways, with about 105 kilometres between each station. It also introduces:
- Battery swapping systems
- Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, allowing vehicles to give energy back to the grid
- Mandatory EV charging points in new building codes — especially in urban areas
Boosting Local Industry
To encourage local manufacturing, the government is offering various incentives. Right now, over 90% of the parts for two- and three-wheelers are already made in Pakistan, which helps reduce costs. Locally made EVs are about 30-40% cheaper than imported ones.
There will also be special support packages for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to help them join the EV supply chain. The existing Automotive Industry Development and Export Plan (AIDEP) will remain in place until 2026 and will be gradually phased out by 2030.
This policy isn’t just a plan on paper — it comes with strict checks and reviews. A steering committee under the Ministry of Industries and Production has been working on it since September 2024, with input from over 60 experts and institutions.
The committee will meet regularly, and the Auditor General of Pakistan will conduct a performance audit every six months.
Why This Matters for Pakistan?
Pakistan is one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change. Switching to EVs helps the country meet global carbon reduction goals while saving money and creating jobs.
The switch is expected to bring:
- 800 billion in savings over the next 25 years through reduced fuel imports and revenue from carbon credits
- A drop in electricity-related costs, from Rs. 174 billion to Rs. 105 billion
- Carbon credits worth Rs. 15 billion
Also, EV users can save a lot. For example, if an electric bike costs Rs. 150,000 more than a petrol one, the extra cost can be recovered in less than two years through fuel savings alone.
Haroon Akhtar Khan summed it up by saying that the NEV policy isn’t just about electric vehicles — it’s about building a cleaner, modern, and more sustainable Pakistan. “This policy,” he said, “is a game-changer for our economy, our environment, and our future.”
In short: Pakistan’s NEV Policy 2025-30 is more than just about cars and bikes. It’s about clean air, affordable transport, local jobs, and a greener tomorrow. And if all goes well, we’re on the road to a future where electric vehicles aren’t the exception — they’re the norm.