Maharashtra Will Become EV Capital of India,” Declares Fadnavis at Tesla Mumbai Launch
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has declared that Maharashtra will lead India’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution, officially launching Tesla’s first Experience Centre in Mumbai.
“Maharashtra will be the EV capital of India — with Tesla, Tata, Mahindra, and Ola investing heavily in our state,” said Fadnavis at the Tesla centre inauguration.
The Mumbai Tesla Experience Centre will double as a delivery hub, logistics zone, and service centre, marking a major milestone for India’s premium EV segment.
Tesla India + Maharashtra = A Game-Changer
The announcement follows Tesla’s aggressive India entry, with services set to expand to two more Indian cities. In Mumbai alone:
- 32 public EV charging stations are being installed
- 4 high-capacity charging hubs are planned
- Tesla’s full portfolio will be serviced via the new facility
Maharashtra EV Sales FY2025 – The Numbers Tell the Story
|
Category |
Units Sold |
India Market Share |
|
Total EVs |
2,46,221 |
– |
|
2-Wheelers |
2,11,880 |
18% |
|
Electric Cars & SUVs |
17,133 |
16% |
|
Electric Buses |
2,104 |
24% |
Maharashtra's 246K EVs in FY2025 show a 16% YoY growth, reinforcing the state's pole position in India’s electric mobility race.
EV Policy 2025: Massive Push for Local Manufacturing & Adoption
Launched in May 2025, Maharashtra’s EV Policy offers:
- Up to ₹2 lakh subsidy on electric four-wheelers
- ₹20 lakh incentive for electric buses
- Zero registration and road tax on all EVs
- Charging station every 25 km on highways
- Mandatory EV charging in new buildings
Fadnavis highlighted that the state will soon have dedicated EV clusters, parks, and R&D zones, especially in industrial areas like Chakan (Pune), Aurangabad, and Nashik.
EV Infrastructure Growth & Local Job Creation
- 3,728 charging stations already installed (2nd highest in India)
- Battery manufacturing & supply chain localization underway
- 3,500+ direct jobs expected from new EV manufacturing projects
- Partnerships with top automakers for EV-specific tech R&D
Mahindra’s Chakan plant will reach 200,000 units/year EV production by FY2029, and Tata Motors continues to lead with multiple EV variants in its portfolio.
Strategic Location: Maharashtra’s Advantage
With major ports like JNPT & Mumbai, along with robust connectivity, Maharashtra is ideal for EV exports, component logistics, and national distribution. The state's automotive heritage makes it a prime location for global OEMs to set up shop.
EVINDIA Insight: Tesla’s Entry Could Redefine India’s EV Ecosystem
Tesla’s official entry, paired with Maharashtra’s ambitious policy, marks a new era in India’s EV transition. The real challenge now is for states like Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka to match Maharashtra’s scale and speed.
Final Word
Maharashtra is no longer just a manufacturing state — it’s fast becoming India’s EV epicentre, with policy vision, infrastructure scale, and global partnerships fueling its rise.
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