Bengaluru Needs 36,000 EV Chargers by 2030: CSTEP Study

A CSTEP study projects Bengaluru’s rising electric vehicle (EV) adoption will require significant infrastructure, including 36,000 public chargers, 400 charging stations, and 141 acres of land by 2030, to support over 23 lakh EVs.

Key Insights

• EV Growth: Bengaluru is expected to see a 25-fold increase in EV-related infrastructure demand by 2030.
• Energy Demand: EV charging is projected to consume 3.3–4.1 BU annually, accounting for 7%–9% of the city’s energy demand.
• Infrastructure Needs: 400 charging locations are identified, targeting IT parks, metro stations, malls, and fuel stations in nine RTO zones.
• Tariff Proposals: Suggested EV charging tariffs for 2030 range between ₹11–15/kWh.

Recommendations

• Promote daytime charging at workplaces to integrate renewable energy.
• Develop policies ensuring the financial viability of charging stations for operators.

Bengaluru’s EV transition is poised to set an example, but strategic planning will be key.