In Short : India now hosts 29,277 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, with Karnataka leading at 6,097 stations, followed by Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. The government is boosting infrastructure under the PM E-DRIVE scheme with ₹2,000 crore allocated. New standards for battery swapping and interoperable charging are also in place to support EV adoption and ensure consistent nationwide coverage.
In Detail : India has reached a significant milestone with 29,277 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations installed across the country. This development highlights the rapid growth of EV infrastructure to support the transition toward cleaner mobility.
Karnataka leads the nation with 6,097 EV charging stations, making it the top state in terms of public charging infrastructure. Its proactive EV policy and strong urban demand have contributed to this leadership position.
Maharashtra follows with 4,155 charging stations, while Uttar Pradesh comes in third with 2,326. These states have also shown consistent growth in EV sales and infrastructure expansion in recent years.
The data was shared by Union Minister for Heavy Industries, Mahendra Nath Pandey, in response to a parliamentary query. He emphasized the government’s continued efforts to accelerate EV adoption through supportive policies and funding.
To further strengthen the EV ecosystem, the government has launched the PM E-DRIVE scheme. With a budget of ₹2,000 crore, the scheme aims to improve public charging accessibility across cities, highways, and rural areas.
As part of the initiative, public sector units and private players are encouraged to set up interoperable charging stations with unified standards, ensuring ease of use for EV owners across regions.
The government has also introduced technical standards in 2024–25 for battery swapping and charger interoperability. These are designed to remove market fragmentation and enhance user convenience.
Battery swapping, in particular, is seen as a viable alternative for commercial fleets and two- and three-wheelers, helping reduce wait times and improve operational efficiency.
These combined measures are expected to not only accelerate EV penetration across India but also support the broader national goal of reducing dependence on fossil fuels and lowering urban air pollution.
