Uttar Pradesh EV Charging Infrastructure: Vacant Land to Power New Stations
Uttar Pradesh Gears Up for Major EV Push
Lucknow | 7, July 2025 : Uttar Pradesh EV Charging Infrastructure is getting a big push. The state will use empty government land to build more charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs).
Why This Matters
This new policy will solve a big problem. Many people want to buy EVs but worry about where to charge them. Now, more charging points will make it easier to own an EV in Uttar Pradesh.
How the Policy Works
All government bodies must share empty land for charging stations. Private companies can build and run these stations. In return, landowners get ₹1 per unit of electricity sold. This deal will run for 10 years.
Big Targets for 2030
The government wants many more EVs on the roads. To make this happen:
- In cities: A charging point every 1 km.
- On highways: A charging point every 20 km.
- Fast chargers for big trucks every 100 km.
The state plans to grow from 1.25 lakh to 12.5 lakh EVs by 2030.
Who Will Make It Happen
UP Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) has formed Uttar Pradesh Renewable and EV Infrastructure Ltd. This new company will work with other power and road agencies to build the charging network.
Problems to Watch
Some challenges remain. Finding free land can be hard. Getting fast approvals is also tricky. But the new plan should help fix these problems.
Key Takeaways
- Vacant land will be used for EV stations.
- New policy will make charging easy.
- Revenue sharing will attract companies.
- Big growth in EV numbers by 2030.
