Authorities suspend 101 EV charging stations in Tashkent over paperwork issues

The inventory process was initiated by the Tashkent city administration to regulate the operation of charging infrastructure and assess its impact on the electricity network.

Officials said around 1,300 fast charging devices with a capacity exceeding 20 kW have been installed across the capital.

On March 3, the city administration formed 12 working groups to conduct a large scale inventory of charging stations. Since the start of the inspections, more than 300 stations have already been checked to evaluate connection conditions and the actual load on the power grid.

During the inspections, authorities identified several violations. A total of 101 charging stations were temporarily disconnected due to the absence of the necessary documentation. In addition, 62 stations were found to be operating without contracts with electricity supply divisions.

City officials stressed that fast charging stations with a capacity of more than 20 kW place a significant burden on the electricity network.

“A fast charger rated at 20 kW or higher creates a serious load on power grids – a single vehicle can consume tens of kilowatts in a short period of time. If the connection is made without proper technical conditions and calculations, the risk of overloads and interruptions in electricity supply to residential buildings increases,” the administration said.

According to the Tashkent city administration, the inspections are not aimed at restricting the development of electric mobility but at ensuring the safe and stable operation of the city’s energy system.

Officials also noted that the legal assessment of violations falls within the competence of authorized bodies, which will not only record breaches but also propose ways to bring the facilities into compliance with regulations.

At the same time, the administration criticized attempts by certain individuals to speculate publicly on the issue, saying such actions do not help the city, residents, or the market.