Reliance Industries (RIL) and BP are planning to offer electric vehicle (EV) charging points at their energy stations across India.
The two companies seek to benefit from the government push to increase sales of eco-friendly vehicles. RIL has always looked at offering compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG) and EV charging options at its outlets as most of them are located on highways.
The joint venture (JV) , which is owned 51 percent by RIL and 49 percent by BP, plans to set up 5,500 fuel retail outlets across India.
The energy stations will not only have EV charging facilities but also retail petrol, diesel, CNG, and LNG. The JV will explore options for other mobility services, CNG, LNG, and electric charging at its retail network.