Brands
Thunderplus clocks Rs 10 crore in year one, powers up for Rs 100 crore target by 2026
MUMBAI: Thunderplus has charged through its debut year with a bang. The electric vehicle charging infrastructure company has surpassed the Rs 10 crore revenue mark within just 12 months of operations, as it gears up to chase a tenfold growth target of Rs 100 crore by FY26.
The milestone places Thunderplus among India’s fastest-scaling clean mobility players. Operational in 16 states and 40 cities, the company has deployed over 800 EV chargers and 140 charging hubs, boasting a combined installed capacity of 12 MWh. Daily energy output already exceeds 7 MWh, with each charger averaging three hours of daily use.
“Reaching Rs 10 crore in our first year is more than just a milestone; it’s a strong signal that India is ready for the EV revolution. We’re not just charging vehicles; we’re powering a cleaner, smarter future. As a next phase we are coming with a new campaign ODOT which we will reveal soon”, said Thunderplus CEO Rajeev YSR.
The company has pioneered India-first charging models like #HarGharThunder, a 3.3 kW home EV charger, and #ChaiPeCharge hubs catering to two- and three-wheelers. It has also deployed ethanol- and methanol-powered charging units totalling 4 MWh capacity and unveiled 240 kW load-sharing stations for high-demand sites.
Thunderplus’ franchise network model—with entry points as low as Rs 6 lakh—is enabling small businesses and entrepreneurs to plug into the EV movement, democratising access to clean energy infrastructure.
Strong partnerships with Tata Motors, Mahindra, Uber, Turno, Flixbus, NMDC, and Delta have boosted Thunderplus’ rapid rollout and integration with India’s grid and mobility ecosystem.
From Delhi and Bengaluru to emerging hotspots like Ayodhya and Vijayawada, Thunderplus is lighting up India’s charging map with reliability and reach. The company now aims to expand to all 750+ districts and 100 cities nationwide.
Its ultimate goal? To make EV charging as universal as street lights—and just as dependable.
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KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
