Delhivery Limited has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Tata Motors, Euler Motors and Montra Electric to deploy between 1,500 and 2,000 four-wheeler electric commercial vehicles across its intra-city logistics network over the next 12–18 months.
The initiative marks the first phase of the logistics company’s broader plan to deploy nearly 5,000 electric commercial vehicles within three years. The initial rollout will begin in Delhi-NCR, with the company aiming to accelerate the transition towards cleaner and more energy-efficient transportation across its urban delivery operations.
The deployment will cover multiple categories of electric commercial vehicles, starting with smaller vehicles for city deliveries before expanding to higher-capacity models capable of carrying heavier payloads.
Electric Vehicles to Account for More Than 50% of Eligible Fleet
Delhivery currently operates electric vehicles across approximately 12–13% of its eligible intra-city fleet. The company aims to increase this proportion to more than 50% over the next two to three years.
Its longer-term objective is to fully electrify vehicles operating within the intra-city segment that travel less than 200 kilometres per day, with a target timeline of four to five years.
The company is prioritising this category because electric vehicles are increasingly becoming competitive with diesel-powered alternatives in terms of total cost of ownership, particularly for shorter urban routes.
The transition will be supported through investments in vendor support, charging facilities and parking infrastructure.
Tata Motors, Euler Motors and Montra Electric to Supply Vehicles
Each of the three automotive partners will contribute different electric commercial vehicle models to Delhivery’s expanding fleet.
- Tata Motors: The collaboration will include the Tata Intra EV, expanding the availability of electric vehicles for commercial logistics operations.
- Euler Motors: The Turbo City Plus will be among the first vehicles deployed, catering to smaller commercial applications and urban deliveries.
- Montra Electric: The partnership will focus on expanding deployments of its EVIATOR electric commercial vehicle across the country, building on its existing performance within Delhivery’s network.
The deployment will gradually expand into higher-capacity electric commercial vehicles to address logistics requirements involving larger payloads.
Charging Infrastructure to Support Fleet Electrification
Alongside vehicle deployment, Delhivery is working to establish charging infrastructure at its facilities, beginning with Delhi-NCR.
The company plans to offer low-cost charging and free parking to its vendor partners to make the transition to electric vehicles more accessible and affordable.
It is also supporting fleet partners through advance payments and investments in charging and parking facilities. These measures are intended to reduce the operational barriers associated with adopting electric commercial vehicles.
Prashant Gazipur, Chief Operating Officer – In City Operations at Delhivery, said the company was focused on identifying solutions that could support fleet electrification across different operational requirements without compromising efficiency.
He added that partnerships with the three manufacturers would allow Delhivery to expand its electric fleet across multiple vehicle categories, while the charging facilities being piloted would make EV adoption easier for vendor partners.
Reducing the Environmental Impact of Logistics Operations
Fleet electrification forms part of Delhivery’s broader strategy to reduce the environmental impact of its logistics operations.
In addition to increasing the use of electric vehicles, the company is working on improving network planning and vehicle utilisation to minimise unnecessary travel and reduce the distance covered by its fleet.
The focus on intra-city routes is particularly relevant because vehicles operating shorter daily distances can benefit from more predictable charging requirements and depot-based infrastructure.
By combining electric vehicle deployment with operational improvements, Delhivery aims to lower emissions while maintaining the efficiency and reliability of its logistics network.
Building a Larger Electric Commercial Vehicle Network
The partnership with Tata Motors, Euler Motors and Montra Electric represents a significant step towards Delhivery’s target of deploying close to 5,000 electric commercial vehicles within three years.
The company’s approach combines vehicle-manufacturer partnerships, vendor support and charging infrastructure to encourage wider adoption across its logistics network.
As India’s logistics sector looks to reduce fuel consumption and environmental impact, large-scale electrification of intra-city commercial fleets could become an important part of the transition towards more sustainable transportation.
Disclaimer: This report has been editorially prepared using publicly available information and official company disclosures. Readers are advised to refer to official company announcements and disclosures for further details.
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