Charge Zone, a leading electric vehicle charging company, has announced that it has attained a major milestone by expanding its network to over 13,500 charging stations. This, the company claims, makes it the largest EV charging platform in the country.

It attributed the growth to its strategic OCPI-based roaming partnerships with leading EV infrastructure players, including Statiq, Bolt, Kazam, Pulse Energy, Chargemod, ElectreeFi, Evnnovator and others. These partnerships have allowed the company to offer a unified, interoperable EV charging ecosystem for its customers.

Kartikey Hariyani, Founder & CEO, Charge Zone. “At Charge Zone, our vision has always been to build more than just a network – we’re creating the digital backbone of India’s EV ecosystem. Reaching 13,500 charging stations is a defining moment, not just in terms of scale, but in what it represents: a truly interoperable and tech-driven infrastructure that simplifies the EV experience for everyone. Whether you're an individual commuter or a fleet operator, our goal is to make charging as seamless, reliable, and accessible as possible. Through collaborative partnerships and deep tech integration, we’re laying the foundation for a clean mobility future that’s connected, intelligent, and built for the next generation of transportation in India.”

Currently, the Charge Zone network sees over 8,000 daily users, with its mobile app seeing over 250,000 downloads. The company shared stated that almost 70 percent of India’s EV customers have used Charge Zone app at least once in their EV journey.

At present, the company’s EV charging network includes 3.3kW, 7.4kW and 10kW charging options for city use, DC fast chargers ranging from 30kW to ultra-fast 360kW for faster charging speeds.

The world of e-mobility in India is constantly witnessing newer players, one of which is Ryoto Electrix. With scooters manufactured in Greater Noida, this company has ventured into the production of ‘Made in India’ electric vehicles, deriving capital infusion from VKL-JVK Group. Ryoto Electix’s products, showcased at the recent Ride Asia EV Expo in Bharat Mandapam, cater to the requirements of both rural and urban customers.

The word ‘Ryoto’ is being used as it denotes a dragon-like person in the Japanese language. It is used to symbolise power, strength, courage, and good fortune, all of which help drive the company. Over a period of 5 years, Ryoto has developed stylish and colourful iCAT-approved electric scooters that can be customised as per the needs of e-conscious riders wanting innovation and efficiency.

Sandeep Ralhan, CEO, Ryoto Electrix, said, “Quality is one of the main driving forces for our products. We are offering low-speed vehicles and have tied up with GoDogit to provide insurance on every vehicle.”. Further, he added that EMI’s are available for all the scooters, to be paid over a period of 18 months.

Among the company’s models, Giga is a popular one that looks similar to the popular Honda Activa. While Fowler is a Double Light model, Bright is available with a Single Light. Two-wheeler dealers have the option to choose between exclusive CKD Container deals and bulk deals.

With regards to future plans, Sandeep Ralhan talked about the plan to come up with a company-owned charging station under the name Volt. Apart from expanding the dealership network, he expressed excitement towards the launch of high-speed vehicles in the next 2 months. Ryoto has appointed 80 dealerships across Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi NCR, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, and Haryana.  

Bengaluru-based Ather Energy is charging into the public market with an INR 29.81 billion initial public offering (IPO), marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of India’s electric mobility space. The IPO, which opens for public bidding on April 28 and closes on April 30, reflects growing confidence in India’s electric vehicle (EV) market, even as global trade dynamics remain uncertain.
Priced between INR 304 and INR 321 per equity share, Ather’s offering consists of a fresh issue worth INR 26.26 billion and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of approximately INR 3.55 billion. Early stakeholders offloading shares include co-founders Tarun Mehta and Swapnil Jain, as well as prominent institutional investors such as Caladium Investment, National Investment and Infrastructure Fund II and Hero MotoCorp-backed venture arms.

A Strategic Leap 
Founded in 2013, Ather Energy has built a reputation for innovation and quality in the Indian two-wheeler segment. Best known for its flagship 450X electric scooter and the recently launched family-oriented Rizta, Ather has maintained a premium positioning in a price-sensitive market, a feat achieved through a blend of robust design, cutting-edge tech and consistent consumer engagement.
Now, as the company seeks to raise capital for the next leg of its journey, the strategic intent behind the IPO is clear. Proceeds from the fresh issue will be used to ramp up manufacturing capacity, enhance the product portfolio, pare down debt and invest in corporate infrastructure. This expansion is crucial for Ather to retain its competitive edge against deep-pocketed rivals, including legacy automakers and well-funded start-ups.

Driving Growth
At a recent press conference, Chief Executive Officer Tarun Mehta struck an optimistic note on the state of India’s EV ecosystem. “While the entire tariff situation is open, in our opinion, the Indian consumer story, specifically the EV adoption story, remains unchallenged because it’s driven by very secular truths,” he said.
Mehta highlighted three primary factors underpinning the surge in electric two-wheeler adoption including a significantly lower total cost of ownership, greater ease of use and long-term structural shifts favouring clean mobility. These drivers provide insulation against short-term geopolitical disruptions and policy volatility.
That confidence appears to be resonating with both retail and institutional investors with many market watchers calling the IPO a barometer of the Indian EV market’s maturity.

IPO Mechanics and Market Positioning
The offering is being made under Regulation 6(2) of the SEBI ICDR Regulations via a 100 percent book-building process with shares set to list on both the BSE and the NSE. Anchor investor bidding opens on April 25, ahead of the general subscription window.
 

Chinese electric two-wheeler manufacturer Yadea aims to set up shop in India. Though there is no clear timeline on the above, the is keen. It is therefore, that at the recent Ride Asia EV Expo held in New Delhi, it showcased attractive designs of electric cycles, scooters and bikes. Among them were powerful e-scooters and bikes with long riding ranges. 
Yet to locate distributors, dealers and part manufacturers in India, the company – having launched a one-of-a-kind sodium battery in Huangzhou (China) in January 2025, is confident of offering products with longer lifespan, greater safety, higher environment friendliness, lower cost and greater efficiency. 

One of the Yadea products showcased at the Expo was Yadea Velax. It sports a sleek aesthetic and a trendy design that provides plenty of space and high rider comfort. It is powered by a dual motor that gives a range of up to 110 km. Tyres on this vehicle are larger than other e-scooters in the same category. The battery on this e-scooter charges up to 80 percent in just 20 minutes, enabling riders to quickly get back on their journeys. An IPX7 rating on this vehicle means that it can survive the harmful effects of water when submerged up to a depth of one metre for 30 minutes. 

Exide Energy Solutions, the subsidiary of India’s leading lead-acid battery maker Exide Industries, has further strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Atul Arya as its new Chief Commercial Officer.

With an experience of over three decades, Arya has held various senior positions across multinational companies such as Siemens, Alstom, Schneider Electric and Johnson Controls among others.

In his last stint, Arya held the position of Head Energy Systems Division for Panasonic for India, South Asia, Middle East and Africa region. Arya has a deep understanding of the electric vehicle and battery ecosystem, which will be a key factor in his new role at Exide Energy Solutions.

For the unversed, Exide Energy Solutions is building what is claimed to be India’s first gigafactory for lithium-ion cells. It aims to cater to demand for both electric vehicles as well as advanced energy storage solutions. The company is setting up a 12 GWh lithium-ion cell manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, Karnataka in two phases. Interestingly, till date Exide Industries has invested around INR 33 billion in Exide Energy Solutions, with the last infusion of INR 1.49 billion in January 2025.