Indian Railways has partnered with Indofast Energy to set up high-tech battery swapping stations at major railway stations in Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
This move aims to boost electric vehicle (EV) usage
while making urban transport faster and more eco-friendly.
How Many Stations Are Ready?
So far, 80 swap stations are already live across 25 railway stations — 56 under the Secunderabad division and 24 under Hyderabad. And that’s not all. An additional 40 stations will be added in the next three months.
Why Is This Important?
These battery swapping stations help EV users, especially delivery riders and daily commuters, to quickly switch batteries instead of waiting to charge them. It saves time, removes the fear of running out of power, and supports India’s clean energy mission.
Who Is Leading This Initiative?
The South-Central Railway is leading the way with Indofast Energy, a joint venture between IndianOil and SUN Mobility, taking charge of setting up and running these stations. Indofast plans to install over 10,000 swap stations in 40 cities within three years, helping over a million EV users.
What Do the Leaders Say?
Anant Badjatya, CEO of Indofast Energy, said “The strong demand we’re witnessing underscores the urgent need for accessible and sustainable mobility solutions in our urban centers. We are immensely proud to partner with Indian Railways on this transformative journey and are excited to continue expanding this collaboration to build a greener, more efficient tomorrow, one swift swap at a time.”
Shri R Gopalakrishnan from South Central Railway, added “The deployment of battery swapping stations within our premises not only benefits passengers through faster, cleaner last-mile connectivity, but also serves the public by reducing emissions and congestion around station areas. This effort is closely aligned with the Railway Board’s policy guidelines on promoting e-mobility at railway stations, showcasing how public-private collaboration can accelerate green mobility across the country”.
How Will This Help You?
If you ride an electric scooter or work in delivery, these stations will make your daily commute easier and faster. No more long charging breaks — just swap and go.
