Summary: — ## **1. Background** * The **PM E-DRIVE Scheme** (Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement) was approved with an **outlay of ₹10,900 crore** (Sept 2024). * One of its key objectives is to accelerate **EV adoption** by supporting **public charging infrastructure**. * The scheme earmarks **₹2,000 crore** specifically for EV Public Charging Stations […]