States Leading the Solar-Driven EV Charging Push

States showing noticeable expansion include:

• Maharashtra – city-based EV stations integrating rooftop solar
• Karnataka – tech parks & malls deploying solar-powered chargers
• Delhi NCR – solar + storage charging along ring roads
• Tamil Nadu – solar canopy chargers for two- and three-wheelers
• Gujarat – solar-enabled highway charging corridors

Why Solar-Powered EV Chargers Are Growing

Key reasons behind the adoption boom:

• Reduced electricity cost for operators
• Peak shaving benefits using batteries
• Cleaner charging for EV owners
• Growing corporate sustainability targets
• Reduced dependency on grid-only charging

Many private EV charging networks are now integrating rooftop solar + BESS units to ensure uninterrupted charging even during peak hours.

Charging Networks Expand Infrastructure

Multiple EV companies are racing to deploy:

• Solar carport chargers
• Highway fast charging powered by hybrid systems
• Battery-swap stations fueled by solar micro-grids
• Commercial EV hubs with on-site solar farms

Industry experts say this convergence of solar + EV is critical for India’s clean mobility future.

Outlook for 2026

With EV adoption rising steadily, 2026 is expected to see more solar-powered charging networks, especially in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.

SolSetu will continue tracking India’s solar-driven EV charging expansion as new players enter the segment.