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The Indian Ministry of Heavy Industries has announced the installation of 236 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations along four key highway corridors connecting Bengaluru with Chennai, Hyderabad, Mysuru, and Pune. According to the report, the establishments by the Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) — IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL — include 149 installed units
Electric Vehicles
Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi will inaugurate a cutting-edge Electric Vehicle (EV) Testing Facility in Kolkata on September 10, 2025. This facility aims to enhance EV manufacturing in India by providing rigorous testing and certification for EV batteries and components, ensuring safety and compliance with international standards. It reflects the
Green Mobility
During the launch of green mobility initiatives in Hansalpur, Gujarat, Prime Minister emphasized the significance of 'Make in India' as electric vehicles manufactured in India will now be exported to 100 countries. The event marked the beginning of hybrid battery electrode manufacturing and highlighted the strengthening of India-Japan
Green Mobility
During the launch of green mobility initiatives in Hansalpur, Gujarat, Prime Minister emphasized India's commitment to 'Make in India' and 'Make for the World'. He announced the export of electric vehicles to 100 countries and the start of hybrid battery electrode manufacturing. The PM
Green Mobility
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the green mobility initiatives in Hansalpur, Gujarat, marking a significant step in India's 'Make in India' campaign. The event included the launch of Suzuki's 'e VITARA', India's first global strategic Battery Electric Vehicle, which will
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Gujarat on August 25-26, 2025, to inaugurate and dedicate development projects worth over Rs 5,400 crores. The projects span various sectors including urban development, energy, and transportation. Notably, he will flag off Suzuki's first global battery electric vehicle, the
PM E-DRIVE Scheme
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has extended the PM E-DRIVE Scheme's duration by two years, now set to run until March 31, 2028. Initially launched in September 2024 with a budget of ₹10,900 crore for two years, the scheme aims to promote electric vehicle adoption and infrastructure
EV Charging Stations
As of August 1, 2025, India has installed a total of 29,277 public electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS), with 2,326 located in Uttar Pradesh. The government has allocated Rs. 2,000 crore under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme to enhance EV charging infrastructure across the country. New guidelines for
Electric Vehicles
The Ministry of Heavy Industries reports on the progress of the FAME-II Scheme, which incentivizes electric vehicle manufacturing and infrastructure development in India. As of June 30, 2025, over 1.4 million two-wheelers, 165,000 three-wheelers, and 22,000 four-wheelers have been supported, along with the deployment of 5,165
Electric Vehicles
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has launched several initiatives to enhance the electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in India, focusing on accessibility and affordability. Key schemes include FAME-II, PM E-DRIVE, and the PM-eBus Sewa Scheme, which collectively aim to incentivize the purchase of electric vehicles, support urban bus operations, and
Electric Vehicles
The Indian Government has launched several schemes to bolster the Electric Vehicle (EV) sector, including the FAME India Phase-II, PM E-DRIVE, and various Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes aimed at manufacturing and infrastructure development. These initiatives focus on enhancing EV infrastructure, promoting domestic manufacturing, and supporting research and development in
FAME-II Scheme
As of March 31, 2025, the FAME-II Scheme has disbursed a total of ₹6,559 crore in subsidies for electric vehicles, covering over 16 lakh units across various categories. The government has implemented safety measures for EV batteries and launched new schemes like PM E-DRIVE to continue incentivizing electric mobility