India Expands EV Charging Network With Over 67,000 Operational Public Stations

India's electric vehicle charging infrastructure is expanding at a rapid pace, with 67,657 chargers now installed across various states and territories. The central government's PM E-DRIVE Scheme has further approved 5,871 additional chargers, with Uttar Pradesh emerging as a leader in the space, currently hosting 1.767 million registered electric vehicles.

Collaboration between automakers and energy providers is accelerating network accessibility. Hyundai Motor India has partnered with Jio-bp to integrate over 7,000 charging points into the myHyundai app, bringing the total accessible network for Hyundai users to 37,000 points. The Jio-bp pulse network offers high-capacity DC fast chargers ranging from 60 kW to 480 kW, maintaining an industry-leading uptime of 96%.

The Ministry of Heavy Industries continues to drive adoption through significant financial outlays. The PM E-DRIVE Scheme, notified in September 2024 with a ₹10,900 crore budget, is supporting approximately 2.83 million electric vehicles and deploying thousands of electric buses. These efforts, combined with a 5% GST rate on EVs and chargers, are designed to mitigate range anxiety and establish a robust foundation for nationwide electrification. As the network grows, the focus is shifting toward high-speed charging capabilities to support long-distance travel and commercial fleet operations across the country.