any individual is free to set up public EV charging stations
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Through Ministry of Power (MoP) guidelines, the government aims to enable faster adoption of EVs, promote an affordable tariff rate, and support the development of EV charging business throughout the country. The following measures have been announced: Private charging stations will be permitted at residences, and distribution companies (DISCOMs) are to facilitate the same. Setting up public charging stations (PCS) will be a de-licensed activity and any individual is free to set up public charging stations, provided that, such stations meet government’s technical as well and performance standards. Prioritizing provision of connectivity by the DISCOM licensee to supply power in the area in case an individual applies for permission to set up a public charging station. Any charging station may also obtain electricity from any generation company through open access protocols The guidelines also provide a list of minimum infrastructure requirements for a charging station for