BHEL to Spearhead Rollout of 72,300 EV Charging Stations Under ₹10,900 Crore PM E-Drive Scheme
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) is set to lead a massive nationwide deployment of 72,300 public EV charging stations under the ambitious ₹10,900 crore PM E-Drive scheme . The initiative, scheduled to run from October 2024 to March 2026 , aims to fast-track India’s electric mobility transformation.
The EV charging stations will be strategically located along 50 national highway corridors , metro cities , toll plazas , railway stations , airports , fuel outlets , and state highways , ensuring widespread accessibility and convenience for EV users.
As the nodal agency, BHEL will also develop a unified digital super app that will allow real-time slot booking, seamless payment integration, charger status updates, and access to deployment dashboards. The app will serve as a one-stop platform for users and stakeholders, enabling smooth coordination and optimal use of the EV infrastructure.
This large-scale effort will support a broad spectrum of electric vehicles including e-2 wheelers, e-3 wheelers, e-buses, e-trucks, and e-ambulances . The scheme is expected to significantly reduce carbon emissions , boost Make in India manufacturing , and generate green jobs across sectors.
Through this initiative, India moves a step closer to becoming a global leader in sustainable, connected, and inclusive mobility , laying the foundation for a cleaner and more resilient transport ecosystem.
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