New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday flagged off 300 new electric buses and announced that the city aims to shift its entire bus fleet to electric vehicles by the end of 2026. The induction comes alongside the launch of rationalised routes for the trans-Yamuna region; a move aimed at improving connectivity for daily commuters.
According to government data, Delhi has gradually expanded its electric bus fleet over the past two years as part of its broader clean mobility policy. With the latest addition, the fleet is expected to serve routes extending from Delhi’s borders to key residential and commercial hubs. The newly flagged-off buses are equipped with surveillance cameras, panic buttons, and automated ticketing systems, in line with the city’s push for safety and digitisation in public transport.
Transport sector experts note that the city’s target to move entirely to electric buses within the next year and a half will require rapid scaling of charging infrastructure and consistent financial investment. While Delhi has made progress in building EV charging points across depots, questions remain about the pace of implementation and the ability to meet high operational demands during peak hours.
The government’s announcement also comes at a time when several Indian states are under pressure to accelerate their transition to cleaner public transport in line with national emission reduction commitments. Analysts suggest that Delhi’s plan, if executed as scheduled, could set a precedent for other metropolitan regions struggling with both congestion and air pollution.
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