eGaadi Desk · 9/30/2026 · IN
BDA Housing Complexes Lag in EV Charger Installation
Several Bengaluru Development Authority (BDA) housing projects across the city are struggling to complete the installation of dedicated electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Despite Karnataka's push for rapid EV adoption and regulations urging EV-ready parking spots in residential complexes, delayed load approvals from BESCOM and slow vendor execution have left many apartment blocks without functional chargers.
Impact on Urban Electric Vehicle Buyers
For urban EV owners driving models like the Tata Tiago EV or MG Comet EV, accessible home charging is vital for low daily running costs. The lack of operational community chargers forces residents to rely on temporary 15A sockets or commercial fast-charging networks such as Tata Power and ChargeZone. This adds inconvenience and increases long-term charging costs for suburban commuters.
Recommended Steps for Apartment Owners
Residents wanting dedicated home charging should submit a joint application to their Resident Welfare Association (RWA) and local power utility for sanctioned load enhancement. Society management can also collaborate with third-party Charge Point Operators (CPOs) to set up shared LEV-AC slow chargers without heavy upfront expenditure.