Centre Rolls Out Guidelines for 72,300 EV Charging Stations Under PM E-DRIVE Scheme
India issues operational guidelines for 72,300 public EV charging stations with heavy subsidies and project oversight, driving the PM E-DRIVE scheme and marking a leap for clean mobility.
India Unveils Guidelines for 72,300 Public EV Charging Stations
Boosting Clean Mobility Infrastructure
India has launched new functional guidelines for the deployment of 72,300 public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations under the PME-DRIVE scheme, promising a nationwide infrastructure boost for the clean mobility revolution. The ₹2,000 crore initiative features a tiered subsidy structure:
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100% subsidy for government offices, domestic townships, hospitals, and schools offering public access.
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70–80% subsidy for transport hubs, highways, retail spaces, and battery-swapping locations.
Implementation Oversight
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) will oversee the rollout as the designated project implementation agency. Priority will be given to:
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Cities with populations over one million
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State capitals
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Major transport corridors
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Metro-linked hubs
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Smart cities
Subsidies are performance-based and will be disbursed in two tranches, contingent on project completion and operational milestones.
Targets and Impact
The scheme’s deployment targets include:
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22,100 fast chargers for cars
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1,800 fast chargers for buses
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Over 48,000 chargers for two- and three-wheelers
Expert View
Experts believe the move could dramatically reduce “range anxiety” and accelerate EV adoption across India. By building a robust EV ecosystem, the initiative also strengthens India’s global competitiveness in clean mobility.
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