The Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has signed an agreement with Scharge Pvt Limited for a project focused on advancing electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions.
The initiative, titled “Powering EV Charging Innovation,” is being implemented under the India–UK Collaborative R&D Programme for Industrial Sustainability, in partnership with UK-based Albright Product Design Limited. The project aims to develop next-generation EV charging infrastructure tailored for commercial fleet and depot operations.
The proposed solution integrates an advanced EV charger charge controller developed by Scharge with a patented automated cable management system from its UK partner. The combined system is designed to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and usability in high-demand charging environments.
A key feature of the project is a motorised overhead cable management system, developed specifically for fleet applications. The system is expected to reduce manual handling, minimize cable wear and tear, and improve overall user convenience. It is compatible with existing AC Type-2 EV chargers and is intended to optimize charging turnaround time while ensuring organized and safe infrastructure within depot settings.
By addressing operational challenges such as cable management, equipment protection, and workflow efficiency, the solution aims to improve performance and safety standards across EV charging depots. The technology is also expected to mitigate risks associated with cable damage, vandalism, and operational hazards.
Scharge Pvt Limited, which focuses on power electronics and smart charging systems, is expected to leverage the project to strengthen indigenous capabilities in EV infrastructure and support the scaling of sustainable mobility solutions in India.
According to Rajesh Kumar Pathak, collaborative R&D initiatives such as the India–UK programme are critical for accelerating the development of advanced and industry-relevant technologies. He emphasized that innovation in EV charging infrastructure will play a vital role in supporting the rapid adoption of electric mobility and building a resilient ecosystem.
The development underscores the growing importance of international collaboration in advancing clean mobility technologies, while reinforcing India’s focus on strengthening domestic innovation capabilities in the EV sector.
