Maruti Suzuki to Install 1 Lakh EV Charging Stations in India by 2030

Maruti Suzuki has unveiled a detailed and ambitious EV roadmap as it gears up for the launch of its first all-electric SUV, the EVitara. Central to this strategy is the plan to establish one lakh EV charging stations across India by 2030. The company emphasises that building trust and confidence among customers will be its top priority before pushing for high EV sales volumes.

Maruti Suzuki’s EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy

Massive Nationwide Charging Network Expansion

Maruti Suzuki confirmed its long-term vision to support India’s EV ecosystem by enabling one lakh charging stations by 2030. This marks one of the largest charging-network ambitions announced by any automaker in the country.

The company is already setting up charging points every 5–10 km in the top 100 Indian cities, ensuring extensive coverage in high-density urban areas as well as major intercity routes.

Existing Corridor Coverage Example

To strengthen early adopter confidence, the company has already installed 63 chargers between Delhi and Chandigarh, ensuring reliable connectivity along this widely used EV corridor.

Why Maruti Suzuki Is Entering the EV Market Now

Ensuring Product Readiness Before Market Entry

Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer – Marketing & Sales, explained the company’s approach, saying Maruti Suzuki is stepping into the EV segment only after both product development and ecosystem preparedness met its standards.
He highlighted: “We’ve come prepared for India’s EV transition, and our ARAI certification now confirms a range of 543 kilometres, well above what we originally showcased.”

This range certification places the EVitara among the most capable long-range electric SUVs expected to enter the Indian market.

Addressing Range Anxiety: Testing Across India

Nationwide Validation Trials

To counter scepticism around EV range, Banerjee emphasised that the company conducted extensive testing across geographically diverse regions.
He said the team evaluated performance at extreme locations — “Kanyakumari, Srinagar, Bhuj and Kaziranga — to prove our EV ecosystem is ready.”

Access to Fast Chargers

Banerjee added that Maruti Suzuki already has connectivity to nearly 70 percent of fast chargers available nationwide, ensuring robust charging support for the EVitara from day one.

Customer Confidence First, Sales Later

A Trust-Driven EV Strategy

Reinforcing the company’s commitment, Banerjee stated:
“We believe EV confidence comes before EV numbers. For us, winning customer trust — the same way we did 40 years ago — matters more than pushing sales.”

This philosophy indicates that Maruti Suzuki aims to replicate its legacy of consumer-focused growth as it transitions into the EV era.

EVitara Launch Timeline and Global Response

Pure EV Platform, Not an ICE Conversion

The EVitara is built on a dedicated electric architecture, ensuring better efficiency, performance and safety compared to models derived from internal combustion platforms.

Upcoming India Launch

The EVitara will officially begin sales in the new year, with test drives starting soon across dealerships in India.

Strong International Momentum

The model has already gained global traction:

• Received a positive response during its debut in the UK

• Bookings are now open in Japan

• Sales in some international markets will begin next month

Banerjee elaborated that the company “deliberately waited to launch in India until the infrastructure and customer readiness were in place,” signalling a carefully planned entry into the EV landscape.