How Home Chargers Can Accelerate EV Adoption in India

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  • Jul 28,25
As India races towards a sustainable mobility future, home charging solutions are quietly emerging as the unsung heroes of the electric vehicle (EV) revolution. In this article, Akshit Bansal, Founder & CEO, Statiq, explores how home chargers are transforming consumer perceptions, addressing range anxiety, and catalysing EV adoption across the country.
How Home Chargers Can Accelerate EV Adoption in India

India’s electric vehicle (EV) market is accelerating rapidly, backed by strong government policies, rising environmental awareness, and improved technology. In FY22 alone, EV sales surged over threefold to 4.29 lakh units from just 1.34 lakh units in FY21, according to data from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations of India (FADAI). Notably, electric two-wheelers accounted for more than half of these sales, highlighting a major shift in consumer preference. As the government targets 30 per cent EV penetration in the passenger vehicle segment by FY2030, a robust and accessible charging ecosystem—especially home charging solutions—has emerged as a critical enabler of this transition.

While public charging infrastructure plays a vital role in supporting long-distance travel and commercial EV usage, home charging is quietly transforming how consumers perceive and adopt electric mobility. Offering unmatched convenience, cost-effectiveness, and peace of mind, home chargers are helping to address some of the most common consumer concerns—chief among them, range anxiety and inconsistent charging access.

The convenience factor: Charging where you live
Charging at home eliminates the need for frequent visits to public charging stations, especially for users with predictable daily commutes. Just like plugging in a smartphone at night, EV owners can plug in their vehicles and wake up to a fully charged battery—no queues, no waiting. This consistent and stress-free charging experience adds immense value to EV ownership and simplifies the transition from internal combustion engines to electric mobility.

Cost-efficiency and smart energy management
Home charging is not only more convenient but also more affordable in many cases. Residential electricity tariffs are typically lower than public fast-charging rates, and users can take advantage of off-peak electricity rates to optimize costs. Furthermore, with the integration of smart energy management systems, users can schedule charging during low-demand hours, track electricity usage, and manage costs more effectively.

Some forward-looking households are also bundling their EV chargers with solar panels or energy storage systems. This not only reduces the carbon footprint of EV ownership but also turns the home into a self-sustaining energy hub—a major draw for environmentally conscious consumers.

One of the primary psychological barriers to EV adoption has been range anxiety—the fear of running out of battery power mid-journey. Home chargers offer a powerful antidote. The assurance of a fully charged vehicle every morning significantly reduces anxiety and boosts consumer confidence. It reframes EVs not as futuristic novelties but as practical, reliable vehicles for everyday use.

Supporting the government’s EV push
India’s proactive stance on EVs—through initiatives like FAME II, the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, import duty reductions, and support for local battery manufacturing—is laying the foundation for large-scale adoption. However, infrastructure remains a key challenge. Expanding access to home chargers can help bridge the infrastructure gap, particularly in semi-urban and residential areas where public charging networks are still maturing.

By enabling every EV user to become a self-reliant participant in the charging ecosystem, home charging complements broader efforts to build public infrastructure. It also plays a role in decentralizing the grid load and promoting energy efficiency.

Home chargers do more than power vehicles—they enhance the overall EV ownership experience. Consumers who enjoy seamless, at-home charging are more likely to become vocal advocates of EVs, influencing others through positive word-of-mouth and social proof. OEMs and EV solution providers can amplify this effect by offering long-term test drives bundled with temporary home charging setups, allowing potential buyers to experience the day-to-day benefits firsthand.

A key catalyst in India’s EV journey
While India hurtles towards a cleaner, greener tomorrow, the EV industry is ready to be in the limelight. Home charging solutions form the backbone of this revolution—not as a luxury but as an integral part of the EV system. By becoming more accessible, affordable, and reliable, home chargers are reshaping consumer perceptions and accelerating their adoption across the country.

As public charging networks continue to grow, the beauty of home charging is its simplicity. It brings EV ownership into the comfort zone of daily life, enabling consumers to adopt electric mobility with confidence and convenience. In the larger mission of driving mass EV adoption, home chargers are not merely an option—they are a game-changer.

About the author:
Akshit Bansal is the Founder & CEO of Statiq, which provides a nationwide network of charging stations. Statiq is funded by YCombinator and supported by NASSCOM and Government of India.

While public charging infrastructure plays a vital role in supporting long-distance travel and commercial EV usage, home charging is quietly transforming how consumers perceive and adopt electric mobility. 

By enabling every EV user to become a self-reliant participant in the charging ecosystem, home charging complements broader efforts to build public infrastructure.

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