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@article{195513,
        author = {Dr.R.RAMALAKSHMI},
        title = {Data-Driven Analysis of Electric Vehicle Adoption in India: A Statistical Comparison of Maharashtra and Karnataka},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {11},
        pages = {556-559},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=195513},
        abstract = {As the importance of sustainable transportation is increasing globally, electric vehicles (EVs) are being rapidly adopted in emerging markets like India. This study explores the growth trends of EV usage using a data-driven statistical approach, based on sales data collected over several years. In particular, it focuses on a comparative performance analysis of the states of Maharashtra and Karnataka. Yearly growth models were analyzed to understand adoption progress. State-level differences were assessed using statistical significance tests such as Welch’s t-test, F-test, and two-sample z-test. Research findings indicate that EV sales in India continue to show strong growth; this has been significantly influenced by government policy initiatives like the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme and the expansion of charging infrastructure. Although statistical results show no significant difference in average EV sales between the two states, a clear disparity is observed in sales variability. This study emphasizes that stable policy frameworks and robust infrastructure development are essential to ensure sustained EV adoption.},
        keywords = {Electric Vehicles, EV Adoption, India, Statistical Analysis, Sustainable Mobility, FAME Scheme, State Comparison},
        month = {April},
        }