- Karnataka Government plans to set up 2,500 EV charging stations across the state, boosting the electric vehicle ecosystem.
- They will invest Rs 35 crore to establish 100 charging centers in partnership with power supply companies.
- This initiative aligns with India’s goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2070 and Karnataka’s leadership in promoting EVs with the most public charging stations in the country.
The Karnataka Government has some big plans for electric vehicles (EVs)! They’re teaming up with private companies to set up around 2,500 EV charging stations all over the state. This means you’ll have more places to charge up your electric ride, which is awesome!
But that’s not all. The government is also putting in about Rs 35 crore to build 100 charging centers with the help of power supply companies. So, even if you’re in a remote area, you might still find a spot to juice up your EV.
This move by the Karnataka Government comes right after the Union Finance Minister announced plans to boost EV manufacturing and charging infrastructure all over India. It’s part of a bigger goal to cut down on emissions and make India more environmentally friendly.
Karnataka is really leading the charge (pun intended) when it comes to EVs. They’ve got more public charging stations than any other state in India, which is pretty impressive. And it’s not just about big cities like Bangalore; they’re planning to set up charging stations in smaller towns too.
And get this – they’re even teaming up with Agriculture Produce Marketing Committees (APMCs) to set up charging stations at petrol bunks. So, while you’re filling up your gas tank, you might also be able to charge your EV. Talk about convenience!
This isn’t something new for Karnataka either. They’ve been working on promoting EVs since way back in 2017 when they launched their EV policy. And now, they’re taking it up a notch with these charging stations.
Bescom, which is like the electric company in Bangalore, has some big plans too. They want to set up 530 charging stations in just one year, all across Karnataka. That’s a lot of charging spots!