In September, electric vehicle registrations reached 1.59 lakh units, marking a 23% year-on-year increase, according to VAHAN data. Sales of electric two-wheelers rose to 0.90 lakh units, while three-wheelers saw 0.63 lakh units. The government launched the PM E-DRIVE scheme, with a ₹10,900 crore budget, to enhance EV adoption and charging infrastructure, promoting sustainability nationwide.