In a major boost to India’s electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem, V-GREEN, the global EV charging infrastructure arm backed by Vietnamese automotive company VinFast, has signed a strategic partnership with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) to roll out EV charging stations at HPCL fuel outlets nationwide. This collaboration aims to significantly accelerate the deployment of charging infrastructure in both urban and highway locations, making EV travel more accessible and convenient for Indian consumers.
Leveraging HPCL’s Extensive Retail Network
HPCL operates one of the largest fuel retail networks in India, with more than 24,400 retail outlets across the country, alongside an existing portfolio of over 5,300 EV charging stations under its HP e-Charge brand. By integrating EV chargers into this widespread footprint, V-GREEN and HPCL plan to expand fast and public charging infrastructure, helping to address one of the key barriers to EV adoption — lack of convenient charging availability.
Addressing Range Anxiety and Supporting EV Growth
For many EV users, range anxiety remains a critical concern, particularly for long-distance travel. The new partnership seeks to make EV charging more accessible by leveraging existing fuel station sites as multi-energy hubs where drivers can recharge while on the move. Increasing the density of charging stations across highways and city centres will help to reduce gaps in coverage, improve user confidence and accelerate India’s transition to cleaner transport.
V-GREEN’s Global Expertise and India Focus
V-GREEN was established to support VinFast’s international expansion by building a comprehensive EV charging network in key markets. In its home market of Vietnam, the company already operates a vast network of around 150,000 charging ports, and it has expanded into countries such as Indonesia and the Philippines. India, recognised as the world’s third-largest automotive market, has been identified as a strategic focus for further growth.
The partnership with HPCL reflects V-GREEN’s commitment to creating a robust ecosystem that goes beyond vehicle sales, encompassing charging infrastructure, after-sales support, and potentially battery-related services in the future.
HPCL’s Transition Strategy
For HPCL, this collaboration aligns with its broader diversification strategy as it moves beyond traditional petrol and diesel products into cleaner energy domains. The company has increasingly integrated EV charging and alternative fuels into its portfolio, repositioning its fuel stations as energy hubs that cater to both conventional and electric vehicle users.
Future Prospects for EV Infrastructure in India
As the EV market in India gathers momentum across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and commercial fleets, partnerships like the one between V-GREEN and HPCL play a crucial role in scaling infrastructure swiftly and sustainably. By combining V-GREEN’s international charging expertise with HPCL’s extensive nationwide footprint, the initiative is expected to contribute significantly to India’s EV charging network and support broader goals of sustainable mobility and reduced emissions.
