The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science & Technology (DST) has approved financial assistance to Electrowaves Electronics Pvt. Ltd., Himachal Pradesh, for the commercialisation of fully indigenous electric vehicle (EV) chargers. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on imported charging systems and accelerate India’s transition to clean, self-reliant mobility under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat mission.
The company has developed a complete suite of in-house AC and DC fast chargers, including critical components such as power modules, insulation monitoring devices, and communication controllers. Its DC fast chargers, operating in the 30–240 kW range, are supported by a robust, home-grown technology stack featuring:
-15 kW and 30 kW Power Converter Modules (100–1000 VDC, up to 100A)
-PLC Communication Controller compliant with DIN SPEC 70121 and partially with ISO 15118
-OCPP Communication Controller compliant with OCPP 1.6J and OCPP 2.0.1
-Universal DC Charge Controller with integrated HMI
-AC Type-2 chargers for domestic and public charging applications
The sanction is expected to significantly bolster the domestic EV ecosystem by enabling large-scale production of technologically competitive Indian-made charging infrastructure. The move also supports national goals of achieving net-zero emissions and strengthening clean-tech supply chains.
“TDB’s support reflects India’s commitment to innovation-driven self-reliance,” said Rajesh Kumar Pathak, Secretary, TDB. “Indigenous development of EV chargers enhances energy security, promotes sustainable industrial growth and accelerates the transition to clean mobility.”
Electrowaves Electronics welcomed the approval, stating that the funding will allow the company to expand manufacturing capacity and contribute to India’s clean energy ambitions.
The initiative reinforces TDB’s mandate to promote indigenous technology, strengthen the Make in India programme, and build domestic capabilities in next-generation transportation systems.
