India's EV sector overlooking circular economy principles, experts say

India's electric vehicle sector is expanding rapidly, but policy and industry focus has largely sidelined the circular economy principle of reusing and recycling EV components, according to analysts.

The gap represents a missed opportunity as the country scales EV adoption without adequate frameworks for battery reuse, component recovery, and waste management. Experts point to developed markets where circular economy models are integrated into EV strategies.

Industry observers warn that without addressing this deficit, India risks environmental and economic inefficiencies as EV volumes grow.