Tumakuru's EV Charging Stations Left Non-Functional Amid Growing Demand
Tumakuru: EV charging stations gather dust as BESCOM fails to power up

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In Tumakuru, Karnataka, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations established by the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) have become inoperative, despite significant investment. With rising EV registrations, the non-functional stations are frustrating users and raising concerns about maintenance and service quality.
- 01BESCOM invested over ₹1 crore in two EV charging stations, which are now non-functional.
- 02Each station has four charging units with a capacity of 50 kilowatts, but none are operational.
- 03The Horapete station has a damaged component, while Kyathsandra faces power supply issues.
- 04There are currently 17,102 registered electric vehicles in Tumakuru district, reflecting a growing interest in EVs.
- 05BESCOM's Superintendent Engineer was unaware of the issues affecting the charging stations.
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In Tumakuru, Karnataka, two electric vehicle (EV) charging stations established by the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) are now non-functional, despite a total investment exceeding ₹1 crore. Set up last year near Horapete and Kyathsandra, each station features four charging units with a capacity of 50 kilowatts. However, users have found them inoperative for months, with notices advising against use. The Horapete station suffers from a damaged component, while the Kyathsandra station is hindered by power supply issues. Local residents have begun using the facilities as parking spaces instead. With 17,102 electric vehicles registered in the district, the demand for functional charging stations is increasing, especially as fuel prices rise. Despite the growing interest in EVs, the lack of operational charging points has left many drivers frustrated. BESCOM's Superintendent Engineer Narasimhamurthy admitted he was unaware of the situation and promised to investigate further.
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The non-functional charging stations hinder the growth of electric vehicle usage in Tumakuru.
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