Comparative Analysis: EV Charging Infrastructure in India vs. Global Standards

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Infrastructure Scale & Coverage

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Technical Standards & Protocols

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Charger-to-Vehicle Ratio

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Charging Patterns & Behavior

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Charging Speed & Capacity

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Payment Systems

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Charger Type Distribution

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Maintenance & Reliability

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Station Utilization

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