The Telangana government is set to introduce a new policy making Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points compulsory in the basements of apartment complexes across the state. The initiative aims to provide residents with easy access to home-charging facilities as part of the government’s push towards sustainable transportation and clean energy adoption.
The proposed policy was discussed during a high-level review meeting on EV charging infrastructure held at the Secretariat on Friday. Senior government officials deliberated on strategies to strengthen the charging network throughout Telangana, particularly in urban areas where access to convenient charging remains a significant challenge for EV owners.
Special Chief Secretary (Energy) Navin Mittal stated that the Energy Department is currently formulating a comprehensive policy to support the growing transition towards electric mobility. The policy will specifically address the needs of urban residents who face difficulties in accessing home charging infrastructure, making it easier for apartment dwellers to adopt electric vehicles.
The review meeting was convened by Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao, who emphasized the critical importance of building a robust and widespread charging network to boost user confidence and meet the rising demand for electric mobility. He directed officials to develop a comprehensive roadmap for expanding EV charging infrastructure by utilizing both government initiatives and encouraging private sector participation in the effort.
Highlighting the need for coordinated action, Ramakrishna Rao called for creating a seamless EV ecosystem that ensures accessibility, reliability, and efficiency of charging facilities across both urban and rural areas of the state. Officials discussed various approaches to improve infrastructure planning and address existing gaps in the charging network to support long-term growth in the EV sector.
The Chief Secretary also instructed officials to develop a centralized, real-time dashboard to map and monitor EV charging infrastructure across Telangana. This dashboard will function as a crucial planning and monitoring tool, enabling the government to track progress, ensure transparency, and support the timely deployment of charging stations statewide.
The meeting saw participation from key officials including Transport, Roads & Buildings Special Chief Secretary Vikas Raj, Planning Secretary Gaurav Uppal, TGRTC Managing Director Nagireddy, Transport Commissioner Ilambarithi, TGIIC Vice Chairman and Managing Director Shashanka, GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan, TGREDCO Managing Director Anila Vavilla, and representatives from Original Equipment Manufacturers.
