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News18
6 days ago
- Automotive
- News18
Indian Railways Rolls Out Battery Swap Stations Across Hyderabad & Secunderabad
Last Updated: These stations allow electric two- and three-wheeler users to quickly replace depleted batteries with fully charged ones. Indian Railways has partnered with Indofast Energy to set up high-tech battery swapping stations at major railway stations in Hyderabad and Secunderabad. This move aims to boost electric vehicle (EV) usage while making urban transport faster and more eco-friendly. How Many Stations Are Ready? So far, 80 swap stations are already live across 25 railway stations — 56 under the Secunderabad division and 24 under Hyderabad. And that's not all. An additional 40 stations will be added in the next three months. Why Is This Important? These battery swapping stations help EV users, especially delivery riders and daily commuters, to quickly switch batteries instead of waiting to charge them. It saves time, removes the fear of running out of power, and supports India's clean energy mission. What Do the Leaders Say? Anant Badjatya, CEO of Indofast Energy, said 'The strong demand we're witnessing underscores the urgent need for accessible and sustainable mobility solutions in our urban centers. We are immensely proud to partner with Indian Railways on this transformative journey and are excited to continue expanding this collaboration to build a greener, more efficient tomorrow, one swift swap at a time." Shri R Gopalakrishnan from South Central Railway, added 'The deployment of battery swapping stations within our premises not only benefits passengers through faster, cleaner last-mile connectivity, but also serves the public by reducing emissions and congestion around station areas. This effort is closely aligned with the Railway Board's policy guidelines on promoting e-mobility at railway stations, showcasing how public-private collaboration can accelerate green mobility across the country". How Will This Help You? If you ride an electric scooter or work in delivery, these stations will make your daily commute easier and faster. No more long charging breaks — just swap and go. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Indian Railways partners Indofast Energy to roll out battery swap stations in Hyderabad, Secunderabad
In a major step towards promoting sustainable mobility, Indian Railways has partnered with Indofast Energy — a joint venture between IndianOil and SUN Mobility — to deploy a network of battery swapping stations across key railway hubs in the Hyderabad and Secunderabad divisions. As part of this initiative, 80 battery swap stations have already been installed across 25 railway stations (56 in Secunderabad and 24 in Hyderabad), with plans to add 40 more stations in the next three months. These facilities aim to support electric two- and three-wheelers, helping ease last-mile connectivity for commuters, delivery partners and ride-sharing operators. The initiative, led by South Central Railway , marks the first-of-its-kind collaboration between Indian Railways and a private partner to deploy EV charging infrastructure within station premises. It also aligns with the Railway Board's policy push to encourage e-mobility at railway stations. Indofast Energy CEO Anant Badjatya said, 'We are immensely proud to partner with Indian Railways on this transformative journey,' he said. Expansion plans Indofast Energy plans to set up over 10,000 swap stations across 40+ cities in the next three years, targeting more than one million EV users. With this collaboration, Indian Railways takes a significant stride toward building a cleaner, more efficient urban transit system. South Central Railway Divisional Manager R Gopalakrishnan added, 'This initiative not only enhances passenger convenience but also reduces emissions and congestion around stations. It showcases how public-private collaboration can accelerate India's green mobility goals.'
