HERE Technologies, the leading location data and technology platform, in collaboration with SBD Automotive, a global automotive research firm, has unveiled an Electric Vehicle (EV) Index for India. The Index ranks a list of selected Indian states and union territories based on key metrics that influence the adoption and usability of EVs.
The top overall Indian states and union territories in the HERE–SBD EV Index
(1) Chandigarh; (2) Goa; (3) Delhi; (4) Maharashtra; (5) Karnataka
The bottom overall Indian states and union territories in the HERE–SBD EV Index
(25) Arunachal Pradesh; (26) Assam; (27) Bihar; (28) Jharkhand; (29) Sikkim
The Index, which measures data from 2023 and 2024 of all EVs including two- and three-wheelers, offers a detailed assessment of the current state of EV infrastructure and adoption across India. The Index is based on the following metrics (each ranked out of a maximum score of 25 for a total score out of 100):
- How far you must drive to find a charger – number of public EV chargers per road length.
- How quickly you can charge – the average power capacity of public EV chargers.
- Number of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on the road versus internal combustion engine vehicles – BEV fleet share.
- Likelihood of finding an unoccupied charger – the ratio of registered EVs to public chargers.
Chandigarh leads the nation with an impressive score of 81.9. Chandigarh’s success can be attributed to its comprehensive Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Deployment plan, which provides significant incentives for the purchase of EVs and the installation of charging infrastructure. This strategic approach has resulted in Chandigarh not only securing the top spot overall but also achieving the highest number of chargers per BEV, with 148 chargers serving a relatively small population of 179 BEVs.
Abhijit Sengupta, Senior Director and head of business for India and Southeast Asia said, “The 2024 HERE–SBD EV Index is more than just a ranking; it’s a catalyst for informed decision-making in India’s electric mobility sector. By spotlighting both strengths and areas for improvement across states, this index empowers policymakers, industry leaders, and consumers to make data-driven decisions that will accelerate the adoption of EVs in the country.”