Govt Sanctions 100 Electric Buses for Guntur City
The Central Government has approved 100 electric buses for Guntur city, reinforcing its commitment to modernizing urban transport with sustainable solutions.
Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Dr. Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, made the announcement while inspecting the NTR Bus Stand in Guntur on Sunday.
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Government’s Commitment to Urban Transport Modernization
The initiative is part of a broader plan to introduce 100 electric buses in various cities, ensuring eco-friendly public transport. Separate allocations have been made for Guntur and Mangalagiri, with these buses set to cover approximately 200 km per charge.
Operating under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, the Centre will provide viability gap funding, compensating up to Rs 25 per km for revenue shortfalls.
The project also includes the development of dedicated charging and maintenance facilities, requiring five acres of land. Officials are considering reallocating space within the existing 20-acre bus stand to accommodate these facilities.
Infrastructure Upgrades at NTR Bus Stand
During the inspection at NTR Bus Stand, Dr. Pemmasani emphasized the need for modernizing passenger amenities, including restrooms, waiting areas, and booking counters.
He responded to passengers’ concerns about long wait times and inadequate facilities by directing officials to improve booking counters and RTC Cargo Services.
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The visit included discussions with Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) Chairman Konakalla Narayana on space allocation for bus operations. Several key officials, including MLA Mohammed Naseer Ahmed, former MLA Ravi Venkataramana, and RTC Executive Director Nagendra Prasad, were present.
The introduction of electric buses in Guntur is expected to enhance public transport efficiency while reducing carbon emissions, aligning with the government’s sustainable urban transport goals.
