Relux Electric to set up 500 EV charging stations in Tamil Nadu with state support

TNGEC is working with municipal bodies and bus depots to expand EV infrastructure, aiming to deploy surplus and strategically located stations.

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Electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure provider Relux Electric Pvt Ltd has partnered with the Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Ltd (TNGEC) to establish about 500 charging stations across the state.As part of the collaboration, the two entities will conduct a feasibility study to identify suitable land parcels for the proposed network.

“This initiative aligns with the vision of Tamil Nadu to expand EV infrastructure, reduce carbon emissions and promote cleaner transportation,” Relux said in a statement on Wednesday.

Tamil Nadu currently has around 1,300 EV charging stations and is developing a digital map to help users locate nearby charging points.Relux Electric Managing Director Karthikeyan S said the collaboration comes at a crucial time to accelerate EV adoption in the state. “It will be a significant step towards transforming Tamil Nadu into an electric mobility hub and will open up opportunities to further strengthen charging infrastructure at customer-friendly locations,” he added.TNGEC is working with municipal bodies and bus depots to expand EV infrastructure, aiming to deploy surplus and strategically located stations to make charging more accessible to the public.

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