India to Mandate Pedestrian Alert Systems (AVAS) in Electric Vehicles from 2026
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed making Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Systems (AVAS) mandatory for all new electric cars, buses, and trucks starting October 2026.
AVAS aims to enhance pedestrian safety by generating sound alerts at low speeds, addressing the silent-movement risk of EVs.
While global markets have already adopted similar standards, India’s regulation marks a major step in aligning with international EV safety norms.
Industry experts, including MaxVolt Energy’s Co-Founder & CMO Mukesh Gupta, emphasise the need for clear sound parameters that balance safety and comfort without causing noise pollution.
Gupta also highlights opportunities for domestic component manufacturing and innovation within India’s clean mobility ecosystem.
The upcoming AVAS mandate is set to redefine how Indian EVs sound — making roads safer while supporting sustainable, intelligent transport design.
AVAS aims to enhance pedestrian safety by generating sound alerts at low speeds, addressing the silent-movement risk of EVs.
While global markets have already adopted similar standards, India’s regulation marks a major step in aligning with international EV safety norms.
Industry experts, including MaxVolt Energy’s Co-Founder & CMO Mukesh Gupta, emphasise the need for clear sound parameters that balance safety and comfort without causing noise pollution.
Gupta also highlights opportunities for domestic component manufacturing and innovation within India’s clean mobility ecosystem.
The upcoming AVAS mandate is set to redefine how Indian EVs sound — making roads safer while supporting sustainable, intelligent transport design.
