Latest in EV push: Charging points on side of 100 PWD roads in Delhi
In order to strengthen the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, the Delhi government is planning to install ‘kerbside EV chargers’ on all roads maintained by the Public Works Department (PWD). Around 100 such chargers will be installed on a pilot basis and 3,000 more in the next three years,said officials.
Dialogue and Development Commission of Delhi vice-chairperson Jasmine Shah convened a meeting on implementation of the project, which was attended by all agencies concerned, including PWD, transport and three discoms.
“Delhi has already installed over 2,500 EV charging points — the highest in India. This has happened on the back of several innovations. Similarly, Delhi will take the lead in setting up kerbside charging facilities for EVs on all major roads.
