Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Status

Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Status

​​The Ministry of Power (MoP) issued the “Guidelines for Installation and Operation of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure – 2024” on September 17, 2024. These guidelines aim to standardise and promote the development of EV charging infrastructure across India. The electric vehicle (EV) charging stations require no license under the Electricity Act, 2003. These guidelines aim to create an accessible, affordable, and efficient nationwide EV charging network in both urban and rural areas. Recent highlights include…

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MoP proposes amendments to EV charging infrastructure guidelines

The Ministry of Power (MoP) has released a draft amendment to the Guidelines for Installation and Operation of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure-2024.  The draft outlines the framework for establishing EV charging infrastructure, including networks of charging stations equipped to meet diverse EV charging needs. The proposed guidelines define EV charging infrastructure as comprising various components such as connections to discom supply systems, power management systems for energy optimization, tools for grid stability and renewable energy…