Archive · 28 Jul 2026
PLI-Auto investments exceed Rs 44,000 crore; 463 EV charging stations in West Bengal
The government's PLI scheme for the automobile industry has attracted more investments than expected, totaling Rs 44,326 crore.
This scheme aims to boost India's manufacturing of advanced automotive technology.
Additionally, 463 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are now operational in West Bengal under the FAME-II Scheme.
The government has also allocated funds for EV charging infrastructure nationwide, including Rs 912.50 crore under the FAME-II Scheme and Rs 2,000 crore under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme.
The West Bengal government has proposed setting up five public charging stations in the South 24 Parganas district, but no financial assistance has been released yet.
PLI-Auto scheme attracts Rs 44,326 crore in investments, exceeding the target of Rs 42,500 crore.
463 EV charging stations operational in West Bengal under the FAME-II Scheme.
Rs 912.50 crore allocated under the FAME-II Scheme and Rs 2,000 crore under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme for EV charging infrastructure nationwide.
West Bengal proposes five public charging stations in South 24 Parganas district under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme.
No financial assistance has been released to West Bengal under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme so far.
- Who
- Ministry of Heavy Industries, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), West Bengal government
- What
- Investments in PLI-Auto scheme and EV charging infrastructure in West Bengal
- When
- As of March 31, 2026, and July 1, 2026
- Where
- West Bengal, India
- Why
- To strengthen India's manufacturing capabilities for Advanced Automotive Technology (AAT) products and promote electric vehicle adoption
Government Perspective
State Government Perspective
Investment Targets
Government Perspective
The government highlights that the PLI scheme has attracted investments exceeding the target, demonstrating its success in boosting manufacturing capabilities.
State Government Perspective
The state government's proposal under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme focuses on specific districts, indicating a targeted approach to infrastructure development.
- PLI Scheme Budget
- Rs 25,938 crore
- Investments Attracted
- Rs 44,326 crore
- EV Charging Stations Sanctioned
- 482
- EV Charging Stations Operational
- 463
- FAME-II Scheme Allocation
- Rs 912.50 crore
- PM E-DRIVE Scheme Allocation
- Rs 2,000 crore