08-08-2025
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- Business Upturn
Public EV charging stations in India reach 29,277; Rs 2,000 crore allocated for expansion
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on August 8, 2025, 16:48 IST
As of August 1, 2025, India has installed 29,277 public electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) across the country, according to data from the Ministry of Power. This marks a significant increase from 25,202 stations in December 2024, with 4,075 new installations so far in 2025.
The government has allocated Rs 2,000 crore under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme to support the installation of adequate EV charging stations on a pan-India basis, addressing the growing demand for electric mobility infrastructure. The Ministry of Power has also issued the 'Guidelines for Installation and Operation of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure-2024,' aimed at creating a connected and interoperable network that includes both charging and battery swapping stations.
Uttar Pradesh alone accounts for 2,326 public charging stations, with the highest numbers in Gautam Buddha Nagar (100), Prayagraj (88), and Agra (88). The setup of EVCS is classified as an unlicensed activity, allowing any entity to install charging points nationwide.
Year-wise public EVCS growth: December 2022: 5,151 stations
December 2023: 11,903 stations
December 2024: 25,202 stations
August 1, 2025: 29,277 stations
This update was shared by Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Steel, Shri Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma, in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha.
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Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
