Priyank Kharge asks EV companies to shape Karnataka's growth roadmap
Ahead of the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026, Priyank Kharge held talks with leaders in the EV industry on specialised skilling, testing infrastructure, and manufacturing support.
Karnataka’s Minister Priyank Kharge has called on electric vehicle (EV) companies to collaborate in shaping the state’s electric mobility roadmap. During a roundtable ahead of the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026, Kharge sought input from leaders of EV firms like Exponent Energy, Ultraviolette, Simple Energy, Sun Mobility, Moonrider and Multiplex EV.
The group discussed crucial elements needed to bolster Karnataka’s EV ecosystem, such as industry-led research, testing facilities, specialized training, incubation support, and manufacturing infrastructure. Kharge stressed that government assistance should align with companies’ actual needs, urging the industry to co-create a consolidated roadmap for the EV sector.
Talent development was highlighted as a key area, with a proposed industry-backed skilling model to train professionals in battery technology, embedded systems, power electronics, and vehicle diagnostics. Additionally, Kharge encouraged companies to capitalize on existing policy incentives for manufacturing and R&D in Karnataka, aiming to reduce reliance on imports and foster local innovation.
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