Tata.ev and Shell launch 21 fast-charging hubs across five Indian cities
Tata.ev and Shell India have opened 21 Mega Charging Hubs equipped with 120 kW fast chargers in Bengaluru, Chennai, Mysore, Pune, and Vadodara.
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What Happened
Tata.ev, India's largest four-wheeler EV manufacturer, has partnered with Shell India Mobility to launch 21 TATA.ev x Shell Mega Charging Hubs across Bengaluru, Chennai, Mysore, Pune, and Vadodara. Each hub features 120 kW DC fast chargers with multiple charging bays, on-ground marshals for assistance, and access to Shell Select and Deli2go stores offering food, beverages, and clean restrooms.
The new hubs bring the total number of TATA.ev Mega Charging Hubs to over 130 operational sites across India. The company aims to introduce over 400,000 charging points, including 500 Mega Charging Hubs, by 2027 under its 'Open Collaboration 2.0' framework.
- Bengaluru: 9 hubs at Yeshwanthpur, Thanisandra, Avalahalli, Chandapura, Devanahalli, Mysore Road, Prestige Tech Park, Kanakapura Road, Hennur Road
- Chennai: 5 hubs at 200ft link road, Maduravoyal, Ambattur, Chromepet, Thaiyur
- Pune: 5 hubs at Pimple Nilakh, Wagholi, Chakan, Talegaon, Varve
- Mysuru: 1 hub on Mangalore-Mysuru highway at Hunsur
- Vadodara: 1 hub on Jambuva NH 48
“EV infrastructure is fundamental to accelerating India's transition to electric mobility. As the leader of the 4-wheeler electric revolution, TATA.ev has consistently taken the initiative to build and co-create a fast, reliable, and convenient public charging network through our TATA.ev Mega Charging Hubs.”
“India's mobility landscape is evolving rapidly, and a strong, high‑quality charging infrastructure is essential to this transition. Shell is pleased to partner with TATA.ev to accelerate the development of a robust national EV charging network.”
Why this matters
This partnership expands India's fast-charging network, making long-distance EV travel more convenient and reliable, which is crucial for accelerating EV adoption.
Terms in This Story
- EV
- Electric vehicle, a vehicle powered by an electric motor using energy stored in batteries.
- DC fast charger
- A high-power charger that supplies direct current to rapidly charge an EV battery.
- Charging hub
- A location with multiple charging stations for electric vehicles, often with amenities.
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