
Mr. Akshat Modi
An IIT and IIM graduate, Akshat comes with seven years of experience in the Indian energy industry - cultivating businesses, forging strategic partnerships and corporate strategies. Starting his journey from Bharat Petroleum to joining Panasonic as a part of Strategy & new Business Development team, Akshat has always been in the midst of India’s sustainable mobility revolution.
With a unique approach to always moving onwards and upwards, and exploring new avenues, Akshat super headed Panasonic’s cell business in India and also played a crucial part in developing the company’s charging business for EVs. Striving for affordable energy to be accessible to all, Akshat joined Exponent in 2021.
At Exponent, Akshat is dedicated to cultivating a strong customer preference for the company’s charging and battery solutions. As the Strategic Partnership Lead, Akshat is determined to carve a distinct identity for Exponent’s 15-minute rapid charging as a phenomenon. He understands that for India to have a smooth EV transition, the industry must deliver a much better TCO for end customers, and provide 100% freedom from energy impediments. With Exponent, he aims to address India's mobility challenges, expanding energy access for all.
Track-2 19 March 2025
Charging - Standardisation, Interoperability and Expansion
This Discussion Includes rapid growth of electric two-wheelers (2W) and three-wheelers (3W) is reshaping urban mobility, but their adoption hinges on the development of a robust charging ecosystem. Standardization of charging protocols, interoperability across platforms, and widespread infrastructure expansion are critical to overcoming range anxiety and ensuring seamless user experi- ence.
- Importance of Standardization in EV Charging
- Infrastructure Expansion Challenges and Opportunities
- Policy and Regulatory Support
- Battery Swapping Conventional Charging
- Role of Technology in Scaling Infrastructure