By Aayush Khanna
Tata Power (NS:TTPW) EV Charging Solutions Limited (TPEVCSL), a key player in the EV charging sector and a Tata Power Group Company, has joined forces with Indian Oil (NS:IOC) Corporation Limited (IOCL) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deploy fast and ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging points throughout India. Under this collaboration, Tata Power aims to install over 500 EV charging points at various IOCL retail outlets in major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Pune, and Kochi, as well as along major highways, including the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and the Golden Quadrilateral.
The strategic partnership focuses on creating a robust intercity charging network, alleviating range anxiety for EV owners traveling between cities. Virendra Goyal, Head of Business Development-EV Charging at Tata Power, highlighted the significance of leveraging IOCL's extensive presence to establish an inclusive and accessible EV charging network.
Tata Power, committed to enhancing the EV user experience, plans to integrate technology and innovative solutions. Users can enjoy a seamless charging experience using the 'Tata Power EZ Charge' app and 'IndianOil e-Charge' mobile app, providing convenient access to locate and book chargers.
Saumitra Shrivastava, Executive Director (Retail-N&E) at IOCL, expressed the corporation's commitment to adapting to the increasing electric vehicle trend. IOCL aims to provide 10,000 EV charging stations by 2024, transforming retail networks into comprehensive energy solutions outlets. The collaboration with Tata Power is viewed as pivotal in responding to this transformative shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly mobility.
The signing ceremony for the MoU included representatives from both IOCL and Tata Power. Tata Power has established itself as a leader in the EV charging domain, boasting nearly 60% market share and an expansive nationwide network covering over 420 cities. This network, comprising home chargers, public charging points, and bus charging stations, underscores Tata Power's unwavering commitment to enhancing EV charging accessibility across the nation.
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