Recently Progress Motors Imports Limited (PMIL), the trailblazer behind Bangladesh's first public electric vehicle (EV) charging network "Ekhon Charge," has taken another stride towards green mobility by inaugurating its second high-speed DC fast charging station in Cumilla, says a press release.
Strategically located next to the Dhaka-Chattogram highway at Kabab Express in Cheora, Chauddagram, the newly launched station is expected to significantly ease long-distance EV travel across one of the country's busiest transport corridors. With a robust 180kW charging capacity, the station can fully charge a compatible vehicle in just 25 minutes, drastically reducing downtime for EV users.
This marks a key milestone in the expansion of EV infrastructure in Bangladesh, following the successful rollout of the first fast-charging station in Tejgaon, Dhaka. Both stations are part of PMIL's fully self-funded initiative to modernize the country's mobility landscape.
The Cumilla station was officially inaugurated to marking a significant milestone in the expansion of electric vehicle infrastructure in Bangladesh. Representatives from Progress Motors Imports Limited (PMIL) attended the event, including Abdus Salam Toton, Senior Manager, Admin; RakatZahan Ahmed Shahrin, Manager, Supply Chain and Operations; and Md. Sohag Khan, Manager, HR & Admin.
The ceremony also marked the beginning of a strategic partnership between Ekhon Charge and BYD Bangladesh, with Ekhon Charge serving as BYD's official charging partner. Through this collaboration, BYD users will gain seamless access to both existing and upcoming Ekhon Charge stations, enhancing convenience and mobility across the country. BYD Bangladesh was represented at the inauguration by Methun Bhattacharjee, Head of Network Development; Fahmid Ferdous, Head of Sales; and Mozzammel Huq, Head of Service.
