Karnataka Leads Nation with 5,765 Public EV Charging Stations

August 20, 2024

Karnataka is leading India in the number of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, with a total of 5,765 stations, according to the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). Most of these stations (about 85%) are in the Bengaluru Urban district, showing Karnataka’s strong commitment to supporting electric vehicles.

Comparison with Other States

After Karnataka, Maharashtra has 3,728 EV charging stations, Uttar Pradesh has 1,989, and Delhi has 1,941. This shows that Karnataka has made significant investments in EV infrastructure compared to other states. Energy Minister K.J. George has highlighted the importance of a strong EV infrastructure, crediting the success to strategic efforts and policies aimed at promoting eco-friendly transportation.

Funding Sources

The development of these charging stations has been supported by various funding sources, including:

India’s FAME scheme (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles).
Investments from the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom).
Green cess funds from the State Transport Department.
Public-private partnerships (PPP).

Karnataka was the first state in India to introduce an electric vehicle policy back in 2017, setting the stage for future growth in electric mobility.

Plans for the Future

To further increase EV adoption and create a sustainable transport system, the state government plans to develop model EV cities. The 2024 State Budget includes plans for an additional 2,500 EV charging stations through the PPP model. Additionally, ₹35 crore will be invested to set up 100 new charging stations in partnership with electricity supply companies (escoms).

About India’s FAME Scheme

India’s Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme, aims to make electric and hybrid vehicles more affordable and encourage their purchase. The scheme was introduced in April 2015 by the Department of Heavy Industry. The scheme’s goals are to promote the manufacturing of electric and hybrid vehicle technology, reduce liquid fuel consumption, and create a self-sufficient economy of scale.

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