TL;DR
Himachal Pradesh mandates EV charging stations in new commercial, public, and semi-public buildings to expand electric mobility infrastructure.
The Himachal Pradesh government has implemented new regulations making it compulsory to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in all upcoming commercial, public, and semi-public buildings. This policy, introduced under the Himachal Pradesh Town and Country Planning (17th Amendment) Rules, 2026, is a strategic move to bolster the state's electric mobility infrastructure.
The new rules ensure that building regulations align with national model building bye-laws for EV charging facilities, affecting a broad spectrum of properties including commercial establishments, hospitality venues, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and retail spaces. Developers are now required to incorporate EV charging provisions into their project approvals. Furthermore, buildings spanning 750 square meters or more must adhere to specific energy conservation and charging infrastructure standards to qualify for additional floor area benefits, with compliance verified by Bureau of Energy Efficiency-authorized auditors before occupancy certificates are issued.
