Bijliride to Expand EV Network in 25+ Indian Cities

Bijliride has announced a major plan to expand its electric two wheeler rental network across India. The company aims to enter more than 25 cities in the next 12 to 18 months. This move will increase its fleet size and partner network significantly. The focus remains on gig workers and delivery riders, who need daily transport for income. Therefore, this expansion reflects rising demand for electric mobility in urban areas.

Expansion Plan and Fleet Growth

Bijliride plans to grow its fleet from 4,000 vehicles to around 10,000 - 15,000 units soon. Moreover, the company is targeting nearly 150 percent growth through a franchise-based expansion model. It also aims to onboard up to 30 franchise partners by March 2027.

However, the company has already started this expansion with six new franchises in Hyderabad. In addition, nearby urban areas around Hyderabad are also under consideration for further rollout.

FOFO Model and Operations

The company will use a Franchise Owned–Franchise Operated model for this expansion phase. Therefore, local partners will own and manage fleets in their respective cities. However, Bijliride will provide technology systems and operational support across all locations.

The platform includes real time tracking, rental management tools, and battery management systems. Moreover, standard servicing processes will help maintain consistent operations across cities.

CEO Statement

Shivam Sisodiya, CEO and Co-Founder of Bijliride, said "Electric mobility demand in India is growing rapidly, particularly among gig workers and last mile delivery operators.” 

“At this stage, our focus is disciplined scale. The FOFO model allows us to grow responsibly by partnering with local entrepreneurs who understand their markets while leveraging our technology platform and operational systems. This structure enables us to expand faster while ensuring fleets are managed efficiently on the ground."

Cities Under Consideration

Bijliride is studying demand in several major cities across different regions of India. These cities include Chennai, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Jaipur, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Surat, Kochi, Nagpur, Lucknow, Bhopal, Indore, Patna, Bhubaneswar, Ranchi, Goa, Pondicherry, Mysore, and Warangal.

These markets were selected based on demand from delivery services and daily commuters. Hence, the company expects steady usage from riders in these regions.

Investment and Earnings Outlook

A standard franchise setup includes around 50 electric two-wheelers in a single location. Therefore, the estimated investment ranges between Rs. 14 lakh and Rs. 16 lakh.

Under stable usage conditions, the company expects partners to reach break-even within 12 to 15 months. Moreover, income will come from rentals and business tie-ups with delivery companies.

Support for Franchise Partners

Bijliride will assist partners with driver onboarding and local demand creation in each city. In addition, it will connect franchise fleets with gig platforms and logistics companies.

This support helps maintain steady vehicle usage, especially during the early months of operations. Therefore, partners can focus more on daily management and customer service.

Market Context and Future Plans

India’s electric two wheeler market has seen steady growth over the past few years. Moreover, government support and rising fuel costs have increased interest in electric options.

Fleet operators and rental platforms are now becoming an important part of this market. Hence, Bijliride is focusing on business customers instead of direct buyers.

Founded in 2020 and based in New Delhi, Bijliride plans to reach one million users by 2030. Therefore, this expansion marks a key step in its long term growth plan.

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