The Department of Heavy Industries operating under Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises has sanctioned 2636 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations under FAME India scheme Phase II.
FAME India is Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid) and Electric Vehicles.
The objective of the scheme is to increase the use of electric and hybrid vehicles by offering incentives.
India has planned to use three charging technologies.
It includes CHAdeMO, Indian Bharat Standard and Combined Charging System (CCS).
CHAdeMO is a quick charging method that delivers up to 62.5 KW by 500 volt and 125 ampere DC (Direct Current).