India’s electric vehicle sector has shown strong growth in the fiscal year 2024–25, and this progress is now clearly reflected in electricity consumption trends across the country. According to data from the Central Electricity Authority, electric vehicles consumed 105.7 million units of electricity in June 2025 alone. This sharp rise highlights not only the increasing number of EVs on Indian roads but also the growing pressure being placed on the electricity distribution system. Compared to April 2025, consumption rose by more than 4.88 percent, underlining the speed at which the EV sector is expanding.
Among states, Maharashtra led the way in June, with its distribution company MSEDCL supplying the largest share of power to electric vehicles. The state accounted for 15.20 percent of the total electricity used for EV charging. Karnataka followed closely, where BESCOM supplied 15.06 percent, equal to nearly 15.82 million units of electricity. In the national capital, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited provided 13.84 percent of the electricity used for EVs. Along with it, BSES Rajdhani and BSES Yamuna also played an important role in powering Delhi’s fast-growing fleet of electric vehicles.
Private and state-owned utilities have also become significant contributors to this transformation. Adani Electricity in Mumbai and Pashchimanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (PVVNL) in Uttar Pradesh were among the notable suppliers for EV charging demand. Together, the top ten distribution companies across the country supplied about 82.26 million units in June, accounting for nearly 78.29 percent of the total electricity consumed by EVs. If this is extended to the top 15 discoms, the share rises further to 88.27 percent. These figures show that India’s largest utilities, mostly in urban areas, are currently carrying the heaviest responsibility in supporting electric mobility.
Meanwhile, other states are beginning to show faster adoption. Gujarat has reported rising EV electricity use, supported by newly set-up charging stations and state incentives. Similarly, Telangana, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, and Kerala have also recorded higher EV power consumption, signaling that the electric vehicle movement is expanding beyond metros and spreading across new regions.
The government’s decision to keep the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on EVs unchanged at 5% has provided continued price stability for buyers. This lower tax rate compared to conventional vehicles is an important support factor in encouraging more consumers to switch to electric mobility. It reduces the upfront cost gap between EVs and traditional vehicles, making clean transportation more accessible and attractive for individuals and businesses.
With rising adoption, the demand for reliable and easily available charging infrastructure is becoming more urgent. Distribution companies and private players need to continue investing in building and upgrading the power supply network. Combined with supportive government policies, these efforts will ensure that India’s transition to electric mobility remains on track. This growth can play a key role in reducing dependence on fossil fuels, cutting pollution levels, and enabling a wider shift toward clean and sustainable transportation across the country.
