ENA Sectors 2024-08-22 14:17:07 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Bengaluru, Aug 22 (KNN)</strong> In a significant move to bolster India's electric vehicle (EV) industry, Union Minister Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi is set to lay the foundation stone for a state-of-the-art EV Testing Facility in Bengaluru on Thursday.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The facility, to be established at the National Test House (NTH) RRSL Camp, marks a crucial step in expanding testing capabilities for the burgeoning EV sector in southern India.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The new laboratory, equipped with cutting-edge technology, will conduct comprehensive tests on EV batteries and chargers. These tests will cover a wide range of parameters including electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility, functional safety, durability, and environmental resistance.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This facility is expected to play a pivotal role in ensuring that EVs meet stringent quality and safety standards before entering the market.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"> This initiative aligns with India's commitment to sustainable and green energy solutions, said a senior official from the Department of Consumer Affairs. It will provide vital support to EV manufacturers in southern India, fostering innovation and growth in the automotive technology sector. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The National Test House, operating under the Department of Consumer Affairs, has been at the forefront of quality assurance across various industries.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Its expansion into the EV sector underscores the government's focus on promoting clean energy and reducing carbon emissions in the transportation sector.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">In a related development, the event will also see the awarding of an OIML-approved certificate to Tatsuno India Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, for their dispensing unit (Petrol Pump).</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This internationally recognised certification further highlights India's growing capabilities in precision measurement and standardization.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">As India continues to push for greater adoption of electric vehicles, this new testing facility is poised to play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of EVs.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">It represents a significant step forward in the country's journey towards a greener and more sustainable future in mobility.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span></p> 39034 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/ev-testing-facility-in-bengaluru-to-boost-indias-green-mobility-sector 2024-08-22 14:17:07 knnindia.co.in