Industry News & Updates
Policy updates, funding announcements, technology breakthroughs, and Go4Garage platform news from India's EV ecosystem.
Go4Garage Launches URGAA 2.0: All-33-State Compliance Coverage with Automated DISCOM Filing
Go4Garage has released URGAA 2.0, extending its AI-powered compliance platform to cover all 33 Indian states with automated DISCOM application filing, real-time regulatory change alerts, and a new penalty risk assessment dashboard. The update integrates with 18 DISCOM portals and processes compliance workflows 40% faster than the previous version, covering 78% of India's installed public charging capacity.
Ministry of Power Mandates OCPP 2.0 Compliance for All Public Chargers by October 2026
The Ministry of Power has issued guidelines requiring all new public EV charging stations installed from October 2026 to support the OCPP 2.0 protocol, enabling interoperability across charging networks and Vehicle-to-Grid readiness. Existing stations must present an upgrade roadmap to their State Electricity Regulatory Commissions by December 2026. Non-compliance will attract penalties starting at ₹15,000 per charger.
India's EV Two-Wheeler Sales Cross 1.5 Million Units in FY2025-26
Ola Electric, Bajaj Chetak, and TVS iQube collectively account for over 65% of India's electric two-wheeler segment after a year of record demand. PLI incentives, falling lithium cell prices, and expanding charging infrastructure drove the milestone. Industry analysts project the segment to cross 2 million units in FY2026-27 as sub-₹80,000 EVs gain traction in Tier-2 cities.
CESL Floats ₹2,400 Crore Tender for 10,000 EV Charging Points Across National Highways
CESL's latest infrastructure push targets national highways and expressways, with the tender requiring BIS-certified AC Type 2 and DC combo chargers with OCPP 2.0 support. Shortlisted vendors must demonstrate DISCOM connectivity and real-time EVSE API reporting capability. The roll-out is targeted for commissioning across 16 states by March 2027.
IIT Madras Develops Indigenous BMS Chip Reducing EV Battery Management Costs by 40%
The low-cost Battery Management System chip, developed under DST funding at IIT Madras, is designed for sub-₹1 lakh two-wheelers and is currently undergoing AIS-048 certification. The chip reduces BMS hardware cost by approximately ₹3,500 per vehicle and supports real-time cell balancing with over-temperature and over-current protection, targeting mass-market EV affordability in India.
Maharashtra Extends EV Purchase Subsidy Scheme Through FY2027
The Maharashtra government has extended its EV subsidy scheme, providing up to ₹25,000 for electric two-wheelers and ₹1.5 lakh for electric four-wheelers through March 2027. The extension covers first-time EV buyers and includes a separate incentive of ₹40,000 for electric autorickshaw operators switching from CNG or diesel, effective immediately.
Fleet Electrification Accelerates: SBI's ₹500 Crore EV Fleet Loan Scheme Sees 300% Uptake
Following SBI's zero-processing-fee EV fleet loan scheme launch, demand from logistics and last-mile delivery companies has exceeded initial projections by 3x. Over ₹420 crore was disbursed in the first quarter, primarily to small fleet operators purchasing 5–20 electric three-wheelers. The scheme offers a 2.5% interest subvention versus standard commercial rates for EV fleet purchases.
ISRO-Derived Thermal Management Technology Licensed to Tata and MG for EV Battery Cooling
ISRO's liquid-cooled battery thermal management system, originally developed for satellite power systems, has been licensed to Tata Motors and MG Motor India for use in upcoming EV models. The technology maintains cell temperature within a 2°C delta even at 45°C ambient, improving battery longevity by an estimated 20-25% and reducing fast-charge degradation in high-temperature Indian conditions.
CPCB Issues Final Notice to 847 EV Operators for EPR Non-Compliance Under Battery Waste Rules
The Central Pollution Control Board has issued compliance notices to 847 EV operators — including fleet companies, CPOs, and workshops — for failure to register on the EPR portal and non-submission of battery collection targets. Operators must submit registration and FY2025-26 collection data by June 30, 2026. Penalties under the Environment Protection Act can reach ₹1 lakh per day per violation.
Go4Garage Integrates with VAHAN Database for Real-Time EV Fleet Registration Verification
The VAHAN integration allows CPOs and fleet operators using the Go4Garage platform to instantly verify vehicle EV status, subsidy eligibility, registration validity, and insurance details directly within their operational dashboard. The integration supports batch verification for fleets and provides automated alerts for registration renewals, supporting PM e-DRIVE subsidy audit trails.
Greenko Group Commits ₹3,000 Crore to Build 500 Solar-Powered EV Charging Hubs
The renewable energy major will co-locate EV charging infrastructure with its existing solar installations across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, targeting completion of the first 100 hubs by September 2026. Each hub will include both AC slow chargers and DC fast chargers, with on-site solar generation covering an estimated 60–80% of energy consumption and reducing CPO electricity costs.
Delhi's EV Policy 2.0 Draft Released: Targets 25% EV Share of All New Vehicle Registrations by 2027
The draft policy, released for public consultation, proposes mandatory EV procurement for all government fleets, enhanced subsidies for electric autos and e-rickshaws (up to ₹30,000), and a ban on new diesel autorickshaw registrations from January 2026. The policy also proposes a 'green zone' in central Delhi accessible only to EVs and CNG vehicles during peak hours.
BIS Releases Updated IS 17017 Part 4 for V2G-Capable Charger Certification
The Bureau of Indian Standards has published updated certification requirements for Vehicle-to-Grid capable EV chargers, opening the regulatory pathway for bi-directional charging in India. V2G-certified chargers can allow EV owners to sell stored electricity back to the grid or premises, creating a potential revenue stream and grid stability benefit that DISCOMS in Delhi and Maharashtra have already expressed interest in piloting.
India's EV Charging Network Crosses 25,000 Operational Public Points
NITI Aayog's EV Charging Dashboard records 25,614 operational public charging points as of January 2026, up 85% year-on-year. However, distribution remains highly uneven: over 68% of points are concentrated in 10 cities, while 347 districts across Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities have fewer than 5 public chargers. Analysts cite DISCOM application bottlenecks and grid upgrade delays as the leading causes of geographic concentration.
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