“Why Going Full EV in India Right Now is Peak Overconfidence”

Let’s face it—EVs are the sexy new thing. They’re like that shiny new phone everyone wants to flex on Instagram. But just because something looks cool doesn’t mean we should all be rushing to get it. Especially in India, where things aren’t quite as plug-and-play as they seem. So let’s hit the brakes (regenerative, if you're into that kind of thing) and talk about why jumping onto the EV bandwagon right now might be a very dumb idea. 1. The Charging Network is Basically a Treasure Hunt You bought your EV. It’s shiny, it’s silent, and it turns heads. But when that battery drops below 20%, you start sweating like it’s the month of June in Delhi. Why? Because finding a charging station is like finding a working public toilet in a remote village. They exist, sure—but are they nearby, functional, and not already occupied for the next 3 hours? Good luck, my dear reader. 2. Load Shedding + EV = Nope. We can barely keep the lights on during peak hours in many parts of the country. Ever tr...