Mumbai metro launches battery swapping for electric vehicles at 31 stations
Mumbai has taken a major step towards clean and efficient urban travel by introducing battery-swapping stations at 31 Metro and Monorail locations. This initiative is a collaboration between Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd (MMMOCL) and Honda Power Pack Energy India Pvt Ltd, and was launched just ahead of World Environment Day.Under this project, Honda's advanced E: swap technology has been installed at 25 Metro stations on Lines 2A (Yellow Line) and 7 (Red Line), as well as six Monorail stations. These battery-swapping kiosks allow users of Honda-compatible electric two- and three-wheelers to quickly exchange their depleted Mobile Power Pack for a fully charged one in less than two minutes. This system eliminates the long wait times associated with traditional charging and helps tackle range anxiety, making EV use much more convenient for daily commuters, delivery personnel, and fleet operators.advertisementInstead of searching for charging points or waiting for hours, riders can now simply stop at a designated Metro or Monorail station, swap their batteries, and continue their journey without interruption. Stations like Gundavali, Andheri West, Malad West, Dahisar East, Goregaon East, and Monorail stops such as Chembur, Wadala, Naigaon, and Mint Colony are among the locations equipped with these facilities.
This initiative not only supports environment-friendly commuting but also brings economic benefits. MMMOCL expects to generate about Rs 30 lakh in non-fare box revenue from this partnership, helping to strengthen the financial sustainability of Mumbai's mass transit system.The project is part of MMMOCL's broader Electric Vehicle Policy, approved at its 29th board meeting under the leadership of Metropolitan Commissioner and MMMOCL Chairman Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee. Dr. Mukherjee emphasised that this partnership with Honda is a significant step towards creating a sustainable, low-emission urban environment and building future-ready public transport infrastructure.advertisementWith the first E: swap station already operational at Dahisar East, Mumbai is now among the first Indian cities to integrate battery swapping with its public transport network, setting an example for sustainable mobility across the country.
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