Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (Tata Power-DDL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Baaz Bikes (Electorq Technologies Private Limited), a battery swapping service provider, for augmenting and setting up of Electric Vehicle Battery Swapping Stations across North and Northwest Delhi. As per the agreement, Tata Power-DDL will allocate dedicated space for setting up Battery Swapping Stations. Baaz Bikes will be responsible for designing, procuring, installing, and maintaining these stations.
The partnership aims to promote commercial gig electric two-wheeler mobility in Delhi. This initiative will benefit gig workers and help formalise & boost the informal sector. The association is also expected to reduce power theft and improve remunerative opportunities for shared e-mobility.
Initially, Baaz Bikes will set up three Battery Swapping Stations in Tata Power-DDL grid substations at Rohini Grid -5, Rohini Grid-23 & Rohini Grid-28.
Commenting on this partnership, Gajanan S. Kale, Chief Executive Officer, Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited said, “Tata Power-DDL is pleased to collaborate with Baaz Bikes to establish a robust network of EV charging and battery-swapping stations in Delhi. By leveraging our energy infrastructure expertise and Baaz Bikes’ advanced battery-swapping technology, this partnership is a step forward in accelerating electric two-wheeler adoption and advancing environmental sustainability. Together, we aim to contribute to cleaner air, reduced noise pollution, and meaningful socio-economic opportunities for Delhi’s youth, strengthening the gig economy and driving the city towards a greener future.”