TL;DR
The India EV Conclave 2025 identified limited R&D, reliance on China for batteries, and inadequate charging infrastructure as key challenges for India's EV growth.
The India EV Conclave 2025 brought to light several core weaknesses impacting the country's electric vehicle sector, including limited indigenous R&D, heavy reliance on China for the battery supply chain, and a widening deficit in charging infrastructure. Industry leaders and government officials emphasized the urgent need to accelerate R&D, secure a robust domestic battery supply chain, and scale up charging facilities to sustain India's electrification momentum.
Experts at the event highlighted that while India's EV adoption is expanding beyond metropolitan areas, the current ratio of one charger for every 40 vehicles falls significantly short of developed market standards. This inadequate charging network is perceived as a primary barrier to broader EV adoption across all segments. Furthermore, the conclave underscored the critical need for scaling talent in EV manufacturing and service to ensure long-term competitiveness.
Despite these challenges, projections remain optimistic, with new energy vehicles, including hybrids and EVs, expected to constitute 25-30% of India's automotive market by 2030, exceeding earlier government forecasts. The discussions at the conclave signaled a unified message from the industry: strategic policy support and concerted efforts are vital to overcome these foundational hurdles and cement India's position in the global EV landscape.
