Ola Electric Refutes Media Reports On Battery Tech Leak - Details Inside

Ola Electric has firmly denied recent media reports that accused it of being linked to a battery technology leak involving a former LG Energy Solution executive. The company issued an official clarification

stating that the claims are “misleading and baseless,” emphasizing that its innovations are entirely homegrown and unrelated to any alleged technology transfers.

The controversy began when a few South Korean and Indian media outlets reported that a former researcher from LG Energy Solution, a global battery giant, may have shared confidential battery information with Ola Electric.

However, the Ola quickly clarified through a regulatory filing, stating that the reports were false and speculative, and that Ola’s ongoing work on advanced battery technology is completely independent.

Ola Electric stated, “The media reports alleging technology intrigue involving Ola Electric, casting unfounded aspersions on the company's world-class battery innovation capabilities, are misleading and completely baseless.”

Focus on 4680 Bharat Cell

At the core of Ola Electric’s clarification lies its groundbreaking project which is the 4680 Bharat Cell, a next-generation cylindrical battery cell designed using dry electrode technology. Ola announced that this cell has already entered commercial production.

The Bharat Cell is designed to compete with global players in performance and efficiency, including major South Korean and Japanese battery manufacturers. Ola said its work focuses on developing indigenous, high-performance energy solutions that reduce India’s reliance on imported cells.

Interestingly, Ola hinted that these media reports may have been influenced by international competitors worried about losing market share to Indian manufacturers. The company noted that the timing of the reports coincides with the launch of its Bharat Cell production, suggesting that the claims could be part of market rivalry.

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Ola Electric highlighted its R&D achievements, having filed over 720 patents, with 124 already granted. The company’s Battery Innovation Centre in Bengaluru employs more than 250 experts, working on cell chemistry, design and sustainable materials.

In addition, Ola operates India’s first operational Gigafactory, built with an investment of about Rs 2,500 crore, dedicated to large-scale battery cell production. This facility represents a significant step toward self-reliant battery manufacturing in India.

Recently, Ola Electric received certification from the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) for its 5.2 kWh battery pack, which is built using the in-house developed 4680 Bharat Cells. The certification, under the latest AIS-156 Amendment 4 safety standards, ensures that the battery meets rigorous tests for electrical safety, water resistance, vibration endurance and thermal performance.

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