Tesla plans Supercharger network in Hyderabad, bets on home charging to drive India’s EV future

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The new six-seater Model Y L on display as Tesla India Country Head Sharad Agarwal addresses media at the inauguration of Tesla Experience Center at Knowledge City in Hyderabad on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) | Photo Credit: NAGARA GOPAL

Tesla plans to roll out its proprietary Supercharger network in Hyderabad as part of its strategy to connect major Indian cities through dedicated charging corridors, with the company maintaining that reliable charging and home charging, rather than simply increasing the number of public charging stations, will determine the pace of electric vehicle (EV) adoption in India.

The announcement came as Tesla on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) opened its fifth Experience Center in India at Knowledge City, Hyderabad. The facility showcased the newly launched 2026 Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive and the six-seater Model Y L. “Customers can experience the vehicles through guided walkarounds and interactive product demonstrations by Tesla Advisors,” said Sharad Agarwal, Tesla India country head.

Speaking on the sidelines of the launch, a senior company executive said Tesla currently operates five Supercharger stations in India, housing a total of 20 Supercharger connectors in India and intends to establish Superchargers in Hyderabad. Charging corridors linking Delhi, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad are expected to cover nearly 80% of the country.

One of the biggest questions prospective buyers have are about charging infrastructure. The executive said that the focus should not merely be on increasing the number of charging stations but on ensuring they function reliably. “Home charging would remain central to EV ownership, with every Tesla vehicle supplied with a wall connector,” the executive added.

To support customers in Telangana, the company has also commenced deliveries and after-sales operations from its facility in the Bollaram Industrial Area. Hyderabad already has a body shop and service facility, which