In a significant push to expand electric vehicle infrastructure, the Government of India has sanctioned a budget of Rs 503.86 crore for the installation of 4,874 new public EV charging stations across the country.
The chargers will be deployed in eight states: Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Kerala, Telangana, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Government-owned oil marketing companies — Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) — have been tasked with executing the installations.
Of the total approvals, Karnataka has received the highest allocation with 1,243 new EV chargers. This reflects the state’s strong momentum in EV adoption, particularly in two-wheeler and three-wheeler segments.
The upcoming charging stations are designed to cater to a wide range of electric vehicles, including:
- Electric two-wheelers (e-2W)
- Electric three-wheelers (e-3W)
- Electric four-wheelers (e-4W)
- Electric trucks
- Electric buses
This comprehensive approach aims to address the charging needs of both personal and commercial electric mobility segments, which is critical for accelerating India’s transition to sustainable transport.
This new approval adds to the existing network established under the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME-II) scheme. As of now, 8,932 EV chargers have already been installed across India under FAME-II, providing a solid foundation for further expansion.
The fresh investment is expected to significantly improve charging infrastructure density, reduce range anxiety among EV users, and support the government’s ambitious targets for electric mobility adoption.
Expanding public charging infrastructure is a key pillar of India’s National Electric Mobility Mission. By involving major public sector oil companies, the government is leveraging their widespread retail network and operational expertise to ensure faster rollout and better maintenance of the new charging stations.
This development comes at a time when EV sales in India continue to grow rapidly, driven by falling battery prices, supportive policies, and increasing consumer awareness. Enhanced charging access is expected to further boost confidence in electric vehicles among fleet operators and individual buyers alike.The initiative underscores the government’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions and building a robust EV ecosystem in the country.
