Bengaluru, Aug. 14 -- Karnataka is emerging as one of India's leading hubs for electric vehicle (EV) startups and large-scale vehicle manufacturing, playing a significant role in the country's transition towards cleaner mobility. The growing presence of electric scooters on roads across Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi, Mangaluru and other cities reflects the changing preferences of consumers.

Rising fuel prices, short-distance urban commuting and government incentives are among the key factors encouraging consumers to shift from petrol-powered two-wheelers to electric vehicles.

The state's Clean Mobility Policy 2025-2030 has set ambitious targets, including attracting investments worth Rs.50,000 crore and creating one lakh jobs. The policy ...