{"id":20505,"date":"2025-01-16T13:47:06","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T13:47:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/popularreads.co\/bolt-earth-announces-5m-in-funding-round-and-appoints-raghav-bharadwaj-as-ceo-to-double-down-on-growth-in-ev-charging\/"},"modified":"2025-01-16T13:47:06","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T13:47:06","slug":"bolt-earth-announces-5m-in-funding-round-and-appoints-raghav-bharadwaj-as-ceo-to-double-down-on-growth-in-ev-charging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/popularreads.co\/?p=20505","title":{"rendered":"Bolt.Earth Announces $5M in Funding Round and Appoints Raghav Bharadwaj as CEO to Double Down on Growth in EV Charging"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='booster-block booster-read-block'>\n                <div class=\"twp-read-time\">\n                \t<i class=\"booster-icon twp-clock\"><\/i> <span>Read Time:<\/span>4 Minute, 9 Second                <\/div>\n\n            <\/div><p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\"><strong>BANGALORE, Jan 16, 2025<\/strong> \u2014 <\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/4hcbQC8\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">Bolt.Earth<\/span><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">, India\u2019s largest EV charging network, today announced $5M in a Series A+ funding round\u2014led by new investors Version One Ventures and returning investors (USV and Prime Venture Partners)\u2014and the appointment of S. Raghav Bharadwaj as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With this investment, Bolt.Earth is on track to achieve profitability. The new capital injection will be used to scale operational capability across India, develop fast-charging solutions for 2, 3, and 4 wheelers, and deploy end-to-end EV charging solutions, including hardware, software, and maintenance for OEMs, apartment complexes, builders, enterprises, and fleets.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">Bolt.Earth is India\u2019s largest, most utilized, and fastest-growing charging network. With a <\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/evyatra.beeindia.gov.in\/charge-point-operators\/\"><span style=\"color:#1155cc;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\"><u>63% market share<\/u><\/span><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\"> in terms of the number of public charging stations deployed in India, the company works with leading brands such as Bajaj, Mahindra, Ather, Piaggio, Siemens, SAP, American Express, and Brigade Group. Bolt.Earth will channel its latest funding to expand further, with the development of next-gen LEVDC fast chargers for 2 and 3 wheelers and DC ultra fast chargers of up to 240kW for 4 wheelers, which are currently in production. These chargers, designed to provide rapid top-ups in just a fraction of the time required by traditional AC chargers, will add to Bolt.Earth\u2019s product portfolio, covering all levels of charging.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">By driving interoperability across different networks, the company plans to make its EV charging app a platform where users can seamlessly access and pay for charging services from any provider. This integration is already in motion through Bolt.Earth\u2019s partnership with ChargeZone, which has added over 350 fast chargers to its network. In the coming months, additional third-party integrations will position the Bolt.Earth app as the one-stop solution for all charging needs.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">Leading this transformative journey is S. Raghav Bharadwaj (previously COO of Bolt.Earth), who succeeds Jyotiranjan Harichandan, the co-founder in this role. Founders Jyotiranjan Harichandan and Mohit Yadav will transition into pivotal roles as Head of Strategic Partnerships and Chief Technology Officer, respectively. This renewed focus and leadership shift is poised to drive the company\u2019s next phase of growth in the rapidly evolving EV charging sector.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><i><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">\u201cThis is a defining moment for Bolt.Earth and the Indian EV ecosystem. With the EV market growing by 40\u201350% in 2024 and strong government support, we\u2019re positioned to fulfill our promise of providing the most reliable charging experience. As India\u2019s only vertically integrated EV charging company, Bolt.Earth connects every link of the chain\u2014from Discoms\/utility companies to EV users. This year, we focus on future-proofing our network with fast-charging solutions for 2, 3, and 4-wheelers,\u201d <\/span><\/i><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">said Raghav.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">With more than 12 years of experience in strategy and innovation, Raghav\u2019s leadership is set to guide Bolt.Earth into its next phase of growth. <\/span><i><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">\u201cAs Raghav takes the helm, his ability to combine visionary leadership with on-ground execution ensures Bolt.Earth\u2019s continued impact on India\u2019s EV landscape. And yes, this is a new chapter of growth for us,&#8221; <\/span><\/i><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">said Mohit Yadav and Jyotiranjan Harichandan, Co-founders of Bolt.Earth.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">Bolt.Earth remains committed to driving innovation in EV charging and delivering transformative solutions that shape the future and create lasting impact.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"background-color:#ffffff;color:#222222;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><i><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">\u201cBolt.Earth represents the kind of transformative network that reshapes industries under pressure. Through seamless integration of the EV charging ecosystem, they are addressing today\u2019s infrastructure challenges while setting the foundation for a scalable, sustainable future in mobility. It\u2019s a bold vision, and we\u2019re proud to be a part of it<\/span><\/i><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">,<\/span><i><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">\u201d<\/span><\/i><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\"> said Boris Wertz, Founder of Version One Ventures.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:5.33px;margin-top:10.67px\"><span style=\"color:#0f4761;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:18.67px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">About Bolt.Earth<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">Bolt.Earth is India\u2019s largest EV charging network, with 36K+ charging points across 1,600+ cities, serving 210K+ active EV users. Its extensive charging network supports 2, 3, and 4 wheelers with both standard and fast charging options. The Bolt.Earth app makes charging seamless with a simple scan-pay-charge process.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">By providing impeccable customer service and comprehensive EV charging solutions, Bolt.Earth is a transformative force in electric mobility, driving momentous change and innovation in the industry.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">For more information, visit: <\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bolt.earth\/?utm_source=press-release&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=bolt_earth_funding\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">https:\/\/bolt.earth\/<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:5.33px;margin-top:10.67px\"><span style=\"color:#0f4761;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:18.67px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">About Version One Ventures<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">Version One Ventures, an early-stage VC firm behind category-defining companies like Coinbase, Outreach, and Patch, continues to champion transformative startups shaping the future of SaaS, crypto\/web3, and now climate tech in India, starting with Bolt.Earth.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"color:#0f4761;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:18.67px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">About Union Square Ventures (USV)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"background-color:#ffffff;border-left:1px none #000000;border-right:1px none #000000;border-top:1px none #000000;line-height:1.15;margin-bottom:16px;margin-top:16px\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:16px\"><span lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\" xml:lang=\"en\">Union Square Ventures (USV) is an American venture capital firm based in New York City. 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