Eight EV Charging Stations Approved for Pune-Mumbai Expressway by Maharashtra Government

In an effort to bolster the adoption of electric vehicles, the Maharashtra government has given the green light for the construction of eight charging stations along the Pune-Mumbai Expressway. The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) will manage the project, commencing with a survey to determine the strategic placement of these charging stations. The stations are designed to support multiple EVs charging at the same time. Maharashtra is a key EV market in India, boasting over 5.58 lakh registered EVs, as indicated by the Vahan portal data from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The Pune-Mumbai Expressway, with its substantial daily traffic of around 1.4 lakh vehicles, has a clear need for enhanced charging facilities. The state government is implementing toll exemptions for EVs on key intercity routes like the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, Samruddhi Mahamarg, and Atal Setu, promoting cleaner transportation and aiming for carbon-neutral highways. However, it is important to note that some existing charging stations are reportedly experiencing operational issues.