Business idea: You can set up EV charging station - no need for a licence

The ministry clarified that a station does not perform any activity related to the transmission, distribution or trading of electricity

In a move to encourage electric vehicles (EV) on road, individuals may soon be able to able to set up charging stations without applying for any licences, according to a report in The Economic Times. However, there will be a limit on the tariff they can charge from electric vehicle owners. 

According to the report, the government has still not set any criteria for applying for a charging station infrastructure but such stations will be monitored and have to meet specifications and performance standards set by the power ministry, a senior official told ET. He further added that state electricity