Public EV charging point near Safdarjung Hospital shows real city life, in Delhi

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This on-ground footage captures a public EV charging and battery swapping station by ElectriVa located near Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi. The charging point appears slightly worn from continuous urban usage, reflecting the real-world condition of Delhi’s growing electric vehicle infrastructure. What makes the scene even more striking is its dual role in daily life—at times, the covered structure is used as a temporary shelter by a couple of homeless individuals, showcasing the complex realities of public spaces in big cities. The station’s design hints at a battery swapping model, a system increasingly adopted across India to support faster EV turnaround times. Surrounded by the bustle of South Delhi, the footage highlights the intersection of technology, urban challenges, and human resi