MoP notifies guidelines for EV charging

The Ministry of Power (MoP) has notified the guidelines and standards for the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the country. As per the guidelines, discoms will facilitate the setting up of private charging stations at offices and residences and stations may obtain electricity through open access. Further, the setting up of public charging stations will be a delicensed activity, enabling any individual to set up public charging stations if they meet technical and performance standards.