Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Mr. Haroon Akhtar Khan, addressed a dissemination and feedback workshop on Pakistan’s New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, highlighting it as a milestone initiative in the country’s journey towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable transport future.
Mr. Haroon Akhtar stated that the NEV Policy is a vital component of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision to convert 30% of all new vehicle sales in Pakistan to electric vehicles by 2030. He emphasized that the policy is not just an environmental commitment but also an economic imperative.
He noted that the implementation of the NEV Policy could reduce up to 4.5 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions, save $1 billion in oil imports, and help avoid Rs. 405 billion in health-related costs. Moreover, the policy enables the productive use of 126 TWh of surplus electricity, which would otherwise go to waste.
To encourage adoption, the government is offering consumer subsidies including:
Rs. 65,000 for electric two-wheelers
Rs. 400,000 for electric three-wheelers
Rs. 15,000 per kilowatt-hour for electric four-wheelers
Additionally, 40 fast-charging stations are expected to become operational on highways by the end of 2025, improving infrastructure for EV users. Mr. Akhtar also announced that provinces are being encouraged to offer free NEV registration to support nationwide adoption.
He emphasized the policy's role in promoting industrial growth and local manufacturing, noting that 57 local manufacturing certificates have been issued and over 90% localization has already been achieved in electric motorcycles and rickshaws.
International players are showing growing interest in Pakistan’s NEV sector, which Mr. Akhtar described as a positive signal for foreign investment and technology transfer.
The policy is built on five key pillars:
1. Subsidies for consumers
2. Tariff protections for local industry
3. Infrastructure development including charging stations
4. Quality and safety standards aligned with global benchmarks
5. Institutional support and regulatory frameworks
Mr. Haroon Akhtar concluded by reaffirming the government’s commitment to a sustainable transport system that is equitable, forward-looking, and globally competitive.
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