Use of EVs going up steadily: Consumption at public chargers rises by 72%
Electricity consumption at public charging stations in India rose by 72% in the 2025-26 fiscal year, signaling a significant shift toward electric vehicle adoption. Heavy-duty vehicles, such as buses and trucks, accounted for the majority of this energy usage.
Why it matters
The data reflects India's progress toward its net-zero emissions goals and provides critical insights for infrastructure planning in the automotive sector.
NEW DELHI: Electricity consumption at public charging stations (PCS) jumped by over 72% in 2025-26, indicating a steady rise in the use of electric vehicles - private and commercial - as India's automotive sector shifts towards cleaner energy.Data compiled by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) showed that 848 million units (MU) of electricity were consumed by public chargers in FY25, which increased to 1,460 MU in FY26. Over 74% of the electricity was consumed at heavy-duty public chargers used by electric buses, trucks, high-capacity passenger coaches and commercial fleet vehicles, while light and medium personal and commercial e-vehicles consumed 26%.
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