500 EV Charging Stations Across Tamil Nadu
Having entered India’s electric mobility ecosystem in 2012, when EV charging infrastructure was still in its infancy, Relux Electric has witnessed the sector’s transformation from a niche concept into a rapidly expanding industry. Today, with supportive government policies, increasing consumer awareness and OEM commitments to electrification, the focus has shifted from merely installing charging points to creating an interconnected, reliable charging network capable of supporting mass EV adoption.
“When we entered this space in 2012, EV charging in India was barely a concept. Today, the opportunity is no longer about proving the need for charging infrastructure, but about building a reliable, interconnected network that gives both consumers and commercial fleets the confidence to adopt electric mobility at scale.” Says Dr. Karthikeyan Santharam, Managing Director & CEO, Relux Electric.
Strengthening Tamil Nadu’s Charging Network
A major milestone in this journey is Relux Electric’s partnership with the Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited (TNGECL), under which the company will establish 500 EV charging stations across Tamil Nadu. The initiative will extend charging infrastructure beyond major cities into smaller towns, highways and public institutions, helping remove charging anxiety while strengthening the state’s EV ecosystem. The company believes the partnership also demonstrates how government support and private-sector execution can accelerate infrastructure development and serve as a model for other states.
“Our partnership with TNGECL combines government backing with execution capability. It allows us to expand into locations where commercial viability alone would have delayed investments while creating a blueprint that can be replicated across India,” he stated.
Building an Affordable and Scalable Charging Ecosystem
Relux Electric believes affordability and convenience in EV charging depend on intelligent site selection, high asset utilisation and renewable energy integration. The company focuses on mobility-based site selection and renewable energy integration to maximise utilisation, lower operating costs and make EV charging more affordable.
The company is also accelerating network expansion through its franchise-driven model, designed to lower barriers for entrepreneurs interested in participating in the EV infrastructure business. Relux is also expanding through a franchise-driven model backed by a 100% investment guarantee, reducing risk for entrepreneurs while accelerating network growth through a revenue-sharing approach.
“We designed our franchise model to remove the biggest barrier for investors, which is risk. By backing our network with a 100% investment guarantee, we enable entrepreneurs to participate confidently while expanding our charging footprint much faster than a centrally owned model,” he explained.
Driving Commercial EV Adoption and Aftermarket Growth
Looking ahead, the company sees highway and hyper-charging infrastructure as critical to India’s next phase of EV adoption, particularly for commercial vehicles. While urban charging supports daily commuting, long-distance passenger travel and commercial fleets require reliable high-speed charging along major transport corridors. To address this need, Relux Electric plans to commission 20 hyper-charging stations along the Delhi-Mumbai and Bengaluru-Chennai corridors over the next eight months.
For commercial fleets, reducing charging time directly impacts vehicle utilisation and operational profitability, making hyper-charging infrastructure an essential enabler of electric logistics.
Beyond charging infrastructure, Relux Electric sees significant opportunities emerging within the automotive aftermarket and service ecosystem. Every charging station creates demand for installation, maintenance, diagnostics and technician training, generating new employment opportunities. Through its expanding franchise network, the company is also investing in training and certification programmes to develop skilled professionals capable of supporting India’s growing EV infrastructure.
The company’s ambitious expansion plans underpin its target of achieving ₹50 crore in revenue during FY27, more than doubling its current turnover of ₹22.5 crore. Growth will be driven by the TNGECL rollout, expansion of its Chennai charging network, rapid franchise-led deployment and the introduction of highway hyper-charging services. Rather than relying heavily on equity funding, Relux is scaling through a revenue-sharing model with infrastructure and franchise partners, enabling sustainable expansion while maintaining capital efficiency.
Looking towards 2030, Relux Electric envisions EV charging becoming as commonplace and dependable as conventional fuel stations, supported increasingly by renewable energy. The company aims to play a leading role in building this nationwide ecosystem while pursuing its ambition of becoming India’s largest renewable-powered EV charging network.
