Mahindra has rolled out its ultra-fast Charge_IN network, starting with 180 kW chargers, as part of its plan to set up 250 charging stations with more than 1,000 charging points by 2027. The initiative supports the company’s mission to expand electric mobility and aligns with the government’s push to strengthen public EV charging facilities across the country.
The first two Charge_IN locations are now operational—one in Hoskote on NH 75 between Bengaluru and Chennai, and another in Murthal on NH 44, roughly 50 km from Delhi. These sites represent an important milestone in Mahindra’s effort to develop a nationwide high-speed charging backbone. Each station is equipped with two ultra-fast chargers that can support four EVs simultaneously.
Nalinikanth Gollagunta, Chief Executive Officer – Automotive Division at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd and Executive Director at Mahindra Electric Automobile Ltd, highlighted that electric mobility marks a broader move toward cleaner and more sustainable transportation. He noted that models such as the XEV 9e and BE 6—with real-world ranges of around 500 km—offer confidence for long-distance travel. He added that the Charge_IN network aims to provide an open, accessible fast-charging ecosystem for all EV customers, helping make long trips in electric vehicles as seamless and dependable as conventional travel.
Mahindra’s Charge_IN network will feature only 180 kW dual-gun fast chargers engineered to provide rapid, reliable charging for electric four-wheelers. With the ability to power models like the XEV 9e, BE 6, and upcoming XEV 9S from 20% to 80% in just 20 minutes, the network is designed to make highway travel more convenient and stress-free for EV owners.
The Charge_IN hubs will be placed along major highways and paired with wayside facilities such as restaurants and cafés, offering travellers comfortable stops while their vehicles recharge. Mahindra eSUV users can locate, activate, and pay for charging via the Me4U app. The stations will also be open to EVs from other manufacturers through the “Charge_IN by Mahindra” app and various charging aggregator platforms. Through Me4U, customers can currently access about 34,000 public charging points across multiple charge point operators, including Charge_IN.
Established in 1945, the Mahindra Group is one of India’s most respected conglomerates, employing 324,000 people across more than 100 countries. The group leads in sectors such as farm equipment, utility SUVs, IT services, and financial services, and is the world’s largest tractor manufacturer by volume. It also has strong interests in renewable energy, agriculture, logistics, hospitality, and real estate. The Mahindra Group remains committed to global ESG leadership, rural development, and urban progress, with a broader purpose of driving positive change for communities and stakeholders under its “Rise” philosophy.
