Ather Crosses 400 Fast Chargers in Maharashtra

25 Jul 2025 CW Team

Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ather Energy announced on Thursday that it has surpassed 400 fast charging points under its Ather Grid network across Maharashtra.

The company's fast charging infrastructure now spans 35 cities in the state, including key urban centres such as Mumbai, Nashik, Pune, and Nagpur.

"Crossing 400 fast chargers in the state is about giving riders the assurance that they'll always find a charger when they need one. As we expand our retail presence, the charging network will continue to grow in tandem to make EV ownership truly seamless," said Ravneet Singh Phokela, Chief Business Officer at Ather Energy.

In addition to its proprietary Grid network, Ather said customers will also have access to 220 fast chargers based on the LECCS (Light Electric Combined Charging System) standard.

To broaden its EV charging ecosystem, Ather has partnered with organisations including Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) across India and EV Dock in Maharashtra to support large-scale deployment.

Nationwide, Ather has installed over 3,300 Ather Grid fast charging points, reinforcing its commitment to supporting India’s transition to electric mobility.

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