09:00 - 10:00 AM
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India EV 2026 Chennai Conference Agenda
June 26th 2026
10:00 – 10:10 AM
10:10 – 10:30 AM
Keynote Session: The DeepSeek moment for the EV charging
infrastructure
Ultra-Fast Charging (BYD), Normal/Fast/Wireless-Charging vs. EV Battery Swap
Ultra-Fast Charging (BYD), Normal/Fast/Wireless-Charging vs. EV Battery Swap
Speaker
10:30 – 11:15 AM
Panel: Transforming India’s Mobility Landscape: Global
Insights and Strategic Solutions for a Sustainable EV Ecosystem
- A comprehensive evaluation of the challenges and opportunities in developing a robust electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem in India.
- An in-depth analysis of government policies and initiatives aimed at accelerating EV adoption in the country.
- Strategic approaches to bridging infrastructure gaps to facilitate the widespread integration of EVs.
- Insights from global best practices, adapted to align with India's unique socio-economic and infrastructural landscape.
- Exploration of employment generation and economic growth prospects through investment in EV technology and innovation.
- A forward-looking vision for the seamless integration of electric vehicles as a primary mode of transportation across India.
Moderator:
Speakers
11:15 – 11:30 AM
Networking Tea
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Panel: Decoding EV Consumer Behaviour: Key Drivers,
Barriers, and Strategic Market Forces
- Fundamental drivers influencing consumer behaviour in the electric vehicle (EV) sector
- Regional disparities in consumer sentiment and adoption patterns toward EVs
- Comprehensive evaluation of competitive forces shaping the EV market
- Consumer perceptions, psychological barriers, and adoption challenges in the EV landscape
- Emerging trends and shifting consumer preferences in the EV sector
- Strategic opportunities for businesses to enhance their understanding of EV consumer behaviour
Moderator
Speakers
12:15 – 12:40 PM
Keynote: Innovations in EV Technology – Cutting-edge
technologies and future innovations in EVs.
Speakers
12:40 – 13:00 PM
Report Unveiling - Transformative Trends In The Indian Electric
Vehicle Market – 2026 & Beyond
Speakers
13:00 – 13:45 PM
Panel: Revolutionizing the Electric Vehicle Experience:
Advancing EV Technology, Autonomous Driving, and User-Centric Design
- Emphasis on advanced EV software, telematics, and connectivity solutions to enhance vehicle intelligence and user interaction.
- Exploration of autonomous driving technologies, adherence to evolving safety standards, and navigation of regulatory frameworks.
- Pioneering innovations in EV design and user experience to optimize functionality, aesthetics, and consumer engagement.
- Assessment of the transformative impact of these technologies on the adoption, efficiency, and overall performance of electric vehicles.
- Strategic opportunities for collaboration and investment in research and development to accelerate advancements in EV technologies.
- Addressing the challenges associated with integrating state-of-the-art technologies into EVs, including infrastructure demands and regulatory challenges.
Moderator:
Speakers
13:45 – 14:45 PM
Networking Lunch
14:45 – 15:30 PM
Panel: The Evolution of EV Charging and Its Impact on
Energy, Real Estate, and Mobility
- The Critical Role of Charging Infrastructure in Accelerating the Growth of the EV Market
- Wireless Charging: Cutting-Edge Technologies and Future Outlook
- The Need for Standardization and Seamless Interoperability in Charging Stations
- Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology: Unlocking Its Potential Benefits for the Energy Ecosystem
- The Impact of Charging Infrastructure on Real Estate Development and Urban Planning Strategies
- Forecasting the Growth and Evolution of the EV Charging Market in the Coming Decades
- The Potential Influence of Autonomous Vehicles on the Future of Charging Infrastructure
- Emerging Innovations: Ultra-Fast Charging, Battery Swapping, and Other Breakthrough Technologies
Moderator
Speakers
15:30 – 15:45 PM
Networking Tea
15:45 – 16:30 PM
Panel: Driving the Future: The Role of Electric Commercial
Vehicles in India’s Sustainable Mobility Transition
- Expediting the Decarbonisation of the Commercial Transportation Sector
- Long-Term Financial Benefits of Adopting Electric Commercial Vehicles
- Role of Government Policies and Incentives in Promoting ECV Adoption
- The Imperative of Expanding EV Charging Infrastructure for Commercial Fleets
- Educating Fleet Owners, Businesses, and Drivers on the Benefits of ECVs
Moderator
Speakers
June 27th 2026
10:00 – 10:15 AM
Keynote: From 20 to 20 Million: India's Ambitious EV Journey
Speakers
10:15 – 11:00 AM
Panel: Unlocking the Future of EV Funding: Collaborative
Funding, Technological Innovation, and Economic Impact
- Strategies for overcoming obstacles in accessing government grants and subsidies.
- Promoting equitable allocation of funds across diverse regions and demographic groups.
- Expanding successful pilot programs to achieve national or global impact.
- Assessing the long-term economic advantages of investing in electric vehicles (EVs).
- Analysing the potential policy shifts and their impact on funding strategies.
- Highlighting the importance of sustained collaboration and innovation in funding electric vehicle initiatives.
- Harnessing emerging technologies to optimize funding processes and enhance transparency.
- Exploring the role of partnerships between automakers, technology firms, and energy providers in financing EV projects.
- Understanding how global collaboration can drive advancements in both funding and technology for EV development.
Moderator
Speakers
11:00 – 11:30 AM
Networking Tea
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Transforming Battery Manufacturing: Advanced Chemistries,
AI, and Regulatory Dynamics
- Shifting from conventional lithium-ion batteries to advanced next-generation chemistries.
- The transformative impact of automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning in optimizing manufacturing processes.
- Strategies for cost reduction while upholding stringent quality and safety standards.
- Comprehensive life-cycle assessments of various battery technologies and their environmental implications.
- Navigating the global regulatory landscape and its influence on the future trajectory of battery manufacturing.
- Tackling the challenges of electric vehicle battery degradation and enhancing performance reliability.
- Advancing the integration of vehicle-to-grid systems and optimizing battery management systems (BMS) for greater efficiency.
Moderator
Speakers
12:15 – 13:00 PM
Fireside Chat: Advancing Battery Recycling: The Role of Recycling
in Reducing Raw Material Dependency
- Advancements in optimizing recycling processes and enhancing material recovery rates.
- Technical hurdles associated with the recycling of advanced battery chemistries, such as lithium-sulphur and solid-state batteries.
- The strategic importance of recycling in reducing reliance on mining activities and the importation of raw materials.
- Establishing a robust global infrastructure to facilitate the efficient collection and recycling of batteries.
- The role of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in driving sustainable recycling practices.
- Progressing toward a circular economy model in battery manufacturing and recycling.
- Evaluating energy consumption in recycling processes and identifying strategies for its reduction.
Speakers
13:00 – 14:00 PM
Networking Lunch
14:00 – 14:15 PM
Keynote: Debunking Myths and Exploring Advancements in EV
Technology
and Charging Solutions
14:15 – 15:00 PM
Panel: Driving the Future: The Collaborative Role of
Startups and OEMs in Automotive Innovation
- The pivotal contributions of startups and OEMs in shaping and accelerating technological innovation.
- The evolving transformation of traditional OEMs as they shift towards electric mobility solutions.
- The strategic advantages of collaboration: Merging the agility and innovative spirit of startups with the scale and resources of established OEMs.
- The proactive strategies employed by startups and OEMs to anticipate and navigate emerging challenges and capitalize on future opportunities.
- The essential role of startups and OEMs in educating consumers, fostering market understanding, and stimulating demand for next-generation technologies.
- Regulatory complexities and opportunities that arise across different global markets, and their impact on industry innovation and growth.
Moderator
Speakers
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Shreshth MishraCo-Founder, Simple Energy -
Dinesh ArjunCo-Founder and CEO, Raptee -
Venkat RajaramanCEO, Cygni Energy -
Prof. Satyanarayanan ChakravarthyFounder & CEO, The ePlane Company & Amber Wings
Professor, Aerospace Engineering, IIT Madras -
Saravanan SivanandhanFounder & MD, Emerald Tech Engineering
15:00 – 15:30 PM
Networking Tea
15:30 – 15:55 PM
Panel: Building a Skilled Workforce for the Electric
Vehicle Revolution
- Identify the core competencies and knowledge domains necessary for success within the electric vehicle (EV) sector.
- Analyze the challenges and potential benefits associated with upskilling the existing workforce in the context of the evolving EV industry.
- Emphasize the significance of education and training programs in equipping the next generation of talent for the demands of the EV industry.
- Investigate the strategic partnerships between industry players and educational institutions, as well as training providers, in fostering talent development.
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