Andhra Pradesh Launches Free E-Bus Service to AIIMS and Mangalagiri Temple
Free e-bus service to AIIMS and Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple were launched in Mangalagiri on Monday by HRD, IT, and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh.
The initiative aims to provide better connectivity for those traveling to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and Panakala Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple from remote areas.
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CSR Initiative by MEIL
The buses have been donated by Megha Engineering & Infrastructure Limited (MEIL) as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative.
This comes after Minister Lokesh sought support to address public concerns regarding transportation accessibility. The MEIL Foundation contributed two Olectra electric buses worth ₹2.4 crore for the project.
Route and Bus Features
- AIIMS Route: One bus will operate between Mangalagiri Bus Stand and AIIMS via NRI Junction and the DGP office from 6 AM to 6 PM.
- Temple Route: The second bus will run between Mangalagiri Bus Stand and Panakala Swamy temple via NRI Junction from 7 AM to 8 PM.
Each bus has a capacity of 18 passengers and can cover up to 150 km on a single charge. The e-buses come with modern safety features, including digital instrument panels, electronic hydraulic power steering, real-time vehicle tracking systems, and reverse park assist systems.
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The launch event was attended by Olectra Greentech Ltd Chairman and Managing Director KV Pradeep, AIIMS Director Dr. Shanta Singh, Deputy Director Dr. Shashikant, Temple Executive Officer A. Kotireddy, TTD Board Member Tammishetti Janaki Devi, Padmasali Corporation Chairman Nandam Abaddayya, and several TDP leaders.
