Union Budget 2022: Indian Govt introduces special mobility zones & battery swapping facilities for EVs

By Shivangi Agarwal • Updated On Feb 1, 2022

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The annual Union Budget of India is out for the year 2022 and there is something in it that can benefit EVs. The government has introduced new policies to encourage the adoption of more and more EVs by users.

The policies include the introduction of new Special Mobility Zones which will be dedicated to electric vehicles only. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that these zones will be free of fossil fuel-driven vehicles.

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During her speech, Nirmala Sitharaman said, “special mobility zones with zero fossil fuel policy to be introduced.” Further, she announced that Govt will introduce a new Battery Swapping Policy. This will aim to help areas that have space constraints.

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FM @nsitharaman : Battery swapping policy and interoperability standards will be formulated for EVs. Private sector will be encouraged to develop in these services and areas
— ChristinMathewPhilip (@ChristinMP_TOI) February 1, 2022

As most of the EVs need recharging and thus need a location to charge, swapping the battery can be a boon for users without a dedicated personal parking space. The Minister said, “Considering space constraints in urban areas, a Battery Swapping Policy will be brought in.”

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Speaking about Government’s move, an analyst at ICICI Securities said, “To further promote electrification, government to come out with Battery Swapping Policy which also includes the concept of energy/battery as a service. This will help in developing the requisite charging station ecosystem and is positive for the domestic EV space. Government plans to promote private sector to incur required Capex in this domain.”

Shivangi Agarwal

Shivangi is a tech writer at Smartprix, where she covers consumer technology news with a focus on smartphones, wearables, laptops, and the evolving world of OTT streaming. Since joining the team in August 2021, she has written over 120 in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides aimed at helping readers navigate the ever-changing tech landscape.

With a strong foundation in English literature and education, Shivangi brings clarity, insight, and a reader-first approach to every story. Her expertise lies in breaking down complex features into accessible, practical insights—whether she’s reviewing the latest smartphone or exploring trends in infotainment.

Shivangi holds a B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in English, along with a B.Ed in English and Social Studies. She is based in Faridabad, India. You can follow her work on Smartprix or connect with her for tech-related queries.

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