**Executive Summary**
On April 6, 2026, the Technology Development Board (TDB) and Department of Science & Technology (DST) signed an agreement with Scharge Pvt. Ltd. for the "Powering EV Charging Innovation" project. Supported by the India–UK Collaborative R&D Programme, the initiative aims to develop advanced EV charging solutions for commercial fleets in partnership with UK-based Albright Product Design Limited. The project focuses on enhancing charging efficiency and safety through innovative cable management and indigenously developed power electronics.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Project Overview and Partnership**
* The project is a collaborative effort between Scharge Pvt. Ltd. (India) and Albright Product Design Limited (UK).
* It is funded under the India–UK Collaborative R&D Programme for Industrial Sustainability.
* The primary goal is the development of next-generation EV charging solutions specifically for commercial fleet and depot operations.
**Technological Innovations**
* **Integrated System:** Combines Scharge’s innovative charge controller with a patented automated cable management system from the UK partner.
* **Motorised Overhead Cable Management:** A solution designed to reduce manual handling and minimize cable wear and tear.
* **Compatibility:** The system is designed to work with existing AC Type-2 EV chargers.
* **Efficiency:** Aims to improve charging turnaround times and streamline workflow optimization in high-demand environments.
**Safety and Infrastructure**
* **Durability:** Protects equipment from damage and reduces risks associated with cable wear.
* **Security:** Contributes to higher safety standards by mitigating risks of vandalism and operational hazards.
* **Organization:** Ensures a safe and organized infrastructure within depot settings.
**Strategic Objectives**
* **Indigenous Capability:** Aims to strengthen India's internal capabilities in EV charging technologies and power electronics.
* **Scalability:** Focuses on building a sustainable, scalable, and future-ready electric mobility ecosystem.
**Impact Analysis**
**Scharge Pvt. Ltd.**
**Impact**
The company gains support to strengthen its indigenous capabilities and develop globally competitive technologies.
**Action Required**
Must execute the project to integrate their charge controller with the patented automated cable management system and bring the solution to market.
**Commercial Fleet and Depot Operators**
**Impact**
They will benefit from improved operational efficiency, reduced manual labor, and lower infrastructure maintenance costs due to decreased cable damage.
**Action Required**
Implement the motorized overhead cable management systems to optimize charging turnaround times and enhance depot safety.
**Indian Electric Mobility Sector**
**Impact**
The sector benefits from accelerated development of industry-relevant technologies and a more robust infrastructure to support rapid EV adoption.
**Action Required**
Government bodies (TDB-DST) must continue to facilitate collaborative R&D initiatives to ensure the ecosystem remains future-ready.
Key Entities Referenced
Technology Development Board (TDB): A statutory body under the Department of Science & Technology that signed the agreement to support advanced EV charging infrastructure.
India–UK Collaborative R&D Programme for Industrial Sustainability: The bilateral framework under which the project for developing next-generation EV charging solutions is supported.
Scharge Pvt Limited: The Indian EV technology company receiving support for the project titled 'Powering EV Charging Innovation'.
Department of Science & Technology (DST): The central government department overseeing the Technology Development Board and the collaborative R&D initiative.
Albright Product Design Limited: A UK-based partner providing a patented automated cable management system for the integrated EV charging solution.
Ministry of Science & Technology
TDB-DST SUPPORTS SCHARGE PVT. LTD.
UNDER INDIA–UK COLLABORATIVE R&D
PROGRAMME FOR ADVANCED EV CHARGING
INFRASTRUCTURE
Posted On: 06 APR 2026 1:17PM by PIB Delhi
The Technology Development Board (TDB), Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government
of India, has signed an agreement with M/s Scharge Pvt Limited for the project titled “Powering EV
Charging Innovation.” The project is supported under the India–UK Collaborative R&D Programme for
Industrial Sustainability, in partnership with UK-based Albright Product Design Limited, aimed at
developing advanced and efficient solutions for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
The supported project focuses on the development of a next-generation EV charging solution tailored for
commercial fleet and depot operations. The technology integrates an innovative EV charger charge
controller developed by Scharge Pvt Limited with a patented automated cable management system from
the UK partner. This integrated approach is designed to improve operational efficiency, safety, and
usability in high-demand EV charging environments.
The solution introduces a motorised overhead cable management system, specifically designed for fleet-
based applications, which streamlines charging operations by reducing manual handling, minimizing cable
wear and tear, and enhancing user convenience. The system is compatible with existing AC Type-2 EV
chargers and aims to improve charging turnaround time while ensuring safe and organized infrastructure
in depot settings.
By addressing key operational challenges such as cable management, equipment protection, and workflow
optimization, the technology is expected to significantly enhance the efficiency of EV charging depots. It
also contributes to improved safety standards by reducing risks related to cable damage, vandalism, and
operational hazards.Scharge Pvt Limited, an emerging Indian EV technology company, is focused on developing advanced
power electronics and smart charging systems. Through this project, the company aims to strengthen
indigenous capabilities in EV charging technologies while enabling scalable and sustainable infrastructure
for the growing electric mobility sector.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Rajesh Kumar Pathak, Secretary, TDB, stated that collaborative R&D
initiatives such as the India–UK programme play a critical role in accelerating the development of
advanced, industry-relevant technologies. He noted that innovations in EV charging infrastructure are
essential to support the rapid adoption of electric mobility and to build a robust, efficient, and future-ready
ecosystem in India.
Promoter of Scharge Pvt Limited expressed appreciation for the support and highlighted that the project
will enable the company to bring innovative, globally competitive EV charging solutions to market,
addressing the evolving needs of fleet operators and infrastructure providers.
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