EV Charging Infrastructure:
The Government informed Parliament about the status and expansion of EV charging infrastructure across India under schemes like FAME-II and PM E-DRIVE.EV Charging Infrastructure refers to a network of charging stations (EVPCS) that supply electricity to recharge electric vehicles.It includes public, private, and highway-based charging systems, with participation from both government and private players.
Data / Key Statistics:
- Total EV Public Charging Stations (till March 2026): 27,737 installed; 22,753 operational.
- Highest installations in: Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu.
- FAME-II Scheme: ₹912.5 crore sanctioned; ₹655.43 crore utilized.
- PM E-DRIVE Scheme: ₹2,000 crore allocated (no funds released yet).
- EV charging setup is de-licensed, enabling private sector participation.
