BESCOM EV Charging Highway Karnataka: 40 New Stations on NH-48 & State Routes!

Updated on: November 11, 2025

Overview

40 Highway Chargers: BESCOM to install 20 on national highways (NHAI nod pending) + 20 on state highways (KRDCL clearance).
Key Routes: NH-48 (Bengaluru–Belagavi), Bengaluru–Mysuru, Hubballi, and Mangaluru corridors.
Toll Plaza Focus: Strategic placement at junctions for intercity travel.
5,960+ Existing PCS: Karnataka leads India in public charging infrastructure.
EV Mitra App: Real-time locator, route planner, and slot booking.
PM E-DRIVE Sync: Aligns with the 30% EV penetration by 2030 goal.
Solar Hubs: The Kempegowda Airport model expands renewable charging.

BESCOM EV Charging Highway Karnataka: 40 Stations to Power Bengaluru–Belagavi & Beyond

Bengaluru, November 6, 2025 – Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) is turbocharging Karnataka’s EV ecosystem with 40 new public charging stations along national and state highways, targeting toll plazas and key junctions. The rollout—split evenly between NHAI-controlled national highways (20) and KRDCL-managed state highways (20)—will blanket routes like NH-48 (Bengaluru–Belagavi), Bengaluru–Mysuru, and corridors to Hubballi and Mangaluru, eliminating range anxiety for long-haul EV drivers.

With over 5,960 operational public chargers statewide, Karnataka already tops India’s EV infra chart. These highway additions will stitch together intercity connectivity, empowering fleet operators, tourists, and daily commuters to go electric without worry. BESCOM MD N. Shivashankar confirmed the plan, with approvals in final stages.

40 Stations: National + State Split

Segment	Count	Authority	Key Route Example
National Highways	20	NHAI	NH-48 (Bengaluru–Belagavi)
State Highways	20	KRDCL	Bengaluru–Mysuru Expressway

Strategic Placement for Maximum Impact

Toll Plazas: Fast-charging hubs at entry/exit points.
High-Traffic Junctions: 24/7 access, CCTV, amenities.
Power Mix: 60–120 kW DC fast chargers + solar integration.

Karnataka’s EV Infra Dominance

Metric	Karnataka Rank	Total Units
Public Charging Stations	#1 in India	5,960+
EV Penetration	Top 3 states	12%+ of new sales
Solar Hubs	Leader	Kempegowda Airport

EV Mitra App: Your Charging Co-Pilot

Real-Time Locator: 5,960+ stations on the map.
Route Planner: Optimize stops and battery levels.
Slot Booking: Avoid queues at peak hours.

Aligning with National Goals

PM E-DRIVE Scheme: ₹10,900 Cr for urban and highway infra.
30% by 2030: Karnataka targets 25% EV sales.
FAME-III Incentives: Subsidies for DC fast chargers.

Solar-Powered Future

Kempegowda Airport Hub: 100% renewable charging.
Highway Rollout: 30% of stations to include rooftop solar.

Industry Reactions

“EV adoption is no longer urban-only. Highway charging is the missing link for fleets and tourists.”
— BESCOM Spokesperson

Timeline to Charge

Phase	Target
NHAI/KRDCL Approval	Q4 2025
Site Prep & Install	Q1–Q2 2026
40 Stations Live	Mid-2026

Conclusion: Karnataka Charges Ahead

BESCOM’s 40 EV highway chargers aren’t just infrastructure—they’re the backbone of Karnataka’s green mobility revolution. From NH-48 to Mysuru expressways, fast, reliable, solar-backed charging will make Bengaluru–Belagavi in an EV as seamless as an ICE road trip. With 5,960+ stations, EV Mitra, and PM E-DRIVE alignment, Karnataka isn’t just leading India’s EV race—it’s redrawing the map.

News Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com