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    India is installing solar powered EV charging stations. Will it work?

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    Solar EV charging stations are gradually making their way into the country. But can it be a long-term viable solution for wider EV penetration?

    In February, electric vehicle (EV) ride-sharing platform BluSmart announced a deal with Tata Power to recharge its electric cabs using solar energy, ensuring no fossil fuels are used in their operation. The deal shows a viable path for cleaner and cheaper mobility options.“This makes us a 100% emissions-free company,” says Tushar Garg, Co-founder & CEO, BluSmart Charge. “We will be sourcing 30 megawatts (MW) per year from a plant in Bikaner,
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