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Policymakers are individuals or organizations who participate in discussions and policy design processes for smooth and firm implementation of an idea. In the case of smart charging, policymakers focus on increasing EVs utilization in the transportation sector. With increased utilization, the requirements of infrastructure for charging EVs should also be considered. Hence, research and studies are performed to frame policies that converse consumers to think, plan, and use EVs. Policymakers are one of the integral drivers of the paradigm shift in using EVs in the transportation sector.

An example of policy is the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles (FAME) by the Department of Heavy Industries under the Union Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises. The first phase of FAME, FAME I, was started in 2015 and completed on March 31st, 2019. FAME-II started on April 1st, 2019 and is planned to be completed by March 31st, 2022 [60, 61]. FAME aims to promote eco-friendly vehicles, including electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles, and EV buyers, increasing the demand and production of EVs. The promotion includes providing incentives to both the manufacturer and buyers by reducing taxes and electricity cost. Further, support to set up manufacturing plants for EVs and related technologies are also promoted.