India’s freight sector is at a defining juncture. Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), which carry over 70% of the country’s freight, are also among the largest contributors to transport-related emissions and air pollution. As India accelerates its clean mobility transition, electrifying MHDVs—particularly along high-utilization freight corridors—offers a powerful opportunity to advance climate goals, reduce fuel imports, and improve public health. 

Globally, adoption of electric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (e-MHDVs) is gaining momentum. The e-FAST Summit 2025, convened under the leadership of NITI Aayog, was designed to unlock this potential in India. Marking the third anniversary of the e-FAST India (Electric Freight Accelerator for Sustainable Transport) platform, this milestone gathering showcased the initiative’s impact in advancing India’s transition toward zero-emission trucking over the past three years, while setting a bold agenda for the road ahead. 

This full-day convening brought together government leaders, vehicle manufacturers, charging infrastructure providers, financiers, shippers, and logistics companies to co-develop a practical roadmap for e-MHDV deployment in India. The Summit concluded with an Awards Ceremony, reflecting the highest level of commitment to India’s electric freight future. 

Through cross-sector collaboration, the e-FAST Summit 2025 aligned stakeholders on actionable steps to electrify India’s highways, de-risk investments, and build a resilient, future-ready freight ecosystem.

By celebrating three years of collective progress and charting a forward-looking vision, the Summit served as a catalyst for accelerating sustainable freight in India.                            
 

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