JBM Ecolife Mobility Pvt Ltd., has been designated as ‘L1’ and awarded the tender to serve as the bus operator for procurement, supply, operation, and maintenance of the electric buses, along with the development of allied infrastructure. JBM Auto, a prominent Indian electric bus manufacturer, has secured a significant contract to supply 1,390 electric buses…
Under the PM eBus Sewa Uttar Pradesh has been allocated 1,800 buses. Read on to know the 19 cities that these buses will be deployed in. In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable public transportation, Uttar Pradesh is set to witness a substantial expansion of its electric bus fleet. Under PM eBus Sewa Uttar Pradesh is…
The PM eBus Sewa cities detail has been announced by the Cabinet Ministry. The focus will be on cities cities that do not have an organized bus service. Nearly two weeks after the Union cabinet granted approval for the PM-eBus Sewa initiative, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), responsible for piloting the scheme,…
Two years after Nirmala Sitharaman announced it in the Union Budget for 2021-22, the bill has been passed, and the center has announced the PM eBus Sewa details. PM eBus Sewa Detailed Table of Content The ambitious PM eBus Sewa program has received approval from the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in…
The Indian Government has launched the PM-eBus Sewa-Payment Security Mechanism scheme to support the procurement and operation of electric buses by reducing risks from delayed payments. It aims to enhance financial stability for manufacturers and operators working with Public Transport Authorities. The Ministry of Heavy Industries officially launched the PM-eBus Sewa-Payment Security Mechanism (PSM) scheme…
The Union Cabinet has approved the “PM-eBus Sewa-Payment Security Mechanism (PSM) scheme,” allocating Rs. 3,435.33 crore for the deployment of over 38,000 electric buses by 2029. This initiative will facilitate the procurement and operation of e-buses for Public Transport Authorities. New Delhi, September 11, 2024: In a landmark decision, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime…
As GreenCell Mobility secures an order of over 1200 electric buses under the PM E-Bus Sewa Scheme, it serves as a powerful validation of our commitment to decarbonizing public transport in India,” says MD & CEO Devndra Chawla. Shared electric mobility player GreenCell Mobility has secured an order of over 1200 electric buses under the…
JBM Auto has secured a significant contract for 1,021 electric buses as part of the Government of India’s PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme-2 initiative. The order, valued at around Rs 5,500 crore, will see these electric buses deployed in 19 cities across Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Haryana. Earlier in January, JBM showcased four electric buses at the…
Punjab is set to receive 347 electric buses under the centrally sponsored PM e-Bus Seva Scheme, marking a significant step toward transforming the state’s public transport system and promoting environmental sustainability. These electric buses for Punjab will be allocated to four key cities: Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, and Patiala, with the objective of improving urban mobility…
According to local MP Naresh Mhaske, Thane to Get 100 New Electric Buses Under PM E-Bus Service Scheme in April Thane is set to enhance its public transportation system with the addition of 100 new electric buses in April this year. These air-conditioned buses will be introduced under the PM E-Bus Sewa scheme, according to…
The Union Cabinet has approved the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, which allocates Rs 4,391 crore to procure 14,028 electric buses by State Transport Undertakings and public transport agencies. The scheme also includes provisions for managing demand aggregation in major cities and supporting intercity and interstate e-bus services. New Delhi, September 11, 2024 — The Union Cabinet,…
In the latest electric bus news, Ebusco wins suburban bus contract in Italy allowing them to deliver their Ebusco 2.2 electric bus model without any tender. November 28, 2023: Ebusco has emerged as the OEM of choice of Italy’s central purchasing organization, Consip for the delivery of its electric buses for “suburban buses in Class…
Delhi has inked contracts with Switch Mobility, JBM Group, and PMI to get 2,000 electric buses in Delhi. Know about the number of electric buses in Delhi. In a significant stride towards sustainable urban transport, the Delhi government has recently partnered with 3 leading electric bus firms to get almost 2,000 electric buses in Delhi….
India’s bus electrification success will depend not just on deploying e-buses, but on treating routes, batteries, chargers, and the grid as one integrated, software-optimized system to cut costs, reduce import dependence, and strengthen energy security. India’s bus electrification drive is moving from ambition to action. The government’s PM eBus Sewa program alone targets 10,000 e-buses…
Under the Shree Shakti scheme, women can now enjoy free bus travel to Tirumala from anywhere in Andhra Pradesh. Here are the documents needed. The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) has now added the Tirumala hill route to the Stree Shakti scheme that allows free bus rides for women. This has brought great…
EKA Mobility and Chartered Speed to deploy 1,135 electric buses under the Pradhan Mantri e-Bus Sewa Scheme, serving 3.6 lakh passengers daily. EKA Mobility and Chartered Speed have joined forces to roll out 1,135 electric buses across India under the Pradhan Mantri e-Bus Sewa Scheme. The companies recently received a Letter of Confirmation of Quantity…
Several RTCs are offering free bus ride for women during Rakhi, and it is a major step towards increased inclusivity in the public transport sector. India is changing and its roadways are celebrating that change. Multiple State Road Transport Corporations (RTCs) are offering free bus rides for women during Rakhi, a move that not only…
As EKA Mobility wins order to deliver 750 electric buses to Andhra Pradesh, the company continues to reinforce its position as a key enabler in India’s e-mobility revolution. In a major step toward advancing clean public transport in India, EKA Mobility has won an order to deliver 750 electric buses to Andhra Pradesh as part…
Tuesday, April 29, 2025: EKA Mobility, a leading Indian electric bus manufacturer, in partnership with Chartered Speed, has secured a significant Letter of Award (LOA) to deliver 675 electric buses throughout Rajasthan. This deployment is part of the central government’s Pradhan Mantri e-Bus Sewa initiative aimed at transforming public transit with sustainable, zero-emission solutions. The…
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced the introduction of free bus rides for women in Jammu & Kashmir, starting April 1, 2025, allowing women to travel on all government buses by showing their Aadhaar cards. Starting April 1, 2025, women in Jammu and Kashmir will be able to travel for free on all government-owned buses,…
The first Payment Security Mechanism (PSM) tender for e-buses in India is expected to be released soon, marking a major step in the country’s clean mobility push. Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) is in the final stages of preparing the tender, which will include participation from multiple states in its initial phase. To support this initiative, the…
The Indian government has been actively promoting electric mobility to reduce carbon emissions, improve air quality, and reduce dependency on fossil fuels. In this effort, multiple schemes have been launched to encourage the adoption of electric buses, supporting both manufacturers and public transport operators. This article provides a comprehensive overview govt schemes for electric buses…
In a major step towards enhancing sustainable urban mobility, the Karnataka government has allocated 9000 new electric buses in Bengaluru under various central and externally aided projects. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced this initiative as part of the state’s broader plan to introduce a total of 14,750 electric buses by 2025-26, aiming to reduce vehicular pollution…
The Kolhapur Municipal Corporation (KMC) has announced that 40 electric buses will be added to the Kolhapur Municipal Transport (KMT) fleet by April 1. These buses are part of the 100 e-buses approved under the PM-eBus Sewa project by the central government. To ensure the smooth implementation of the project, KMC administrator K. Manjulekshmi, KMC…
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has maintained a stable rating outlook for e-bus projects in FY26, citing a satisfactory operational track record, strong sponsor support, and improving e-bus deliveries. In its analysis of the Ind-Ra rating outlook, The Economic Times has highlighted the Payment Security Mechanism (PSM) as a crucial factor for financial stability in India’s e-bus sector As per…
The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) is set to introduce a new fleet of Ashwamedha AC buses to provide a premium travel experience for daily commuters within a 100-kilometer radius of Bengaluru. These new buses will offer a more comfortable, reliable, and efficient travel alternative for daily passengers heading to nearby towns. On February…
To help pilgrims travel safely and comfortably to the famous Sabarimala Temple in Kerala, the State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) has announced special bus services for the pilgrimage season. The SETC Sabarimala special buses will operate from various cities, including Chennai, Coimbatore, Trichy, Cuddalore, and Madurai, from November 15 until January 16. These buses offer…
In an exclusive interview, InterCity SmartBus CEO Manish Rathi talks about the adoption of electric buses by private operators.
In 2019, Delhi became the first state to offer free bus rides for women, setting a precedent for empowering women through mobility. As of 2025, Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, Telangana, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, and Andhra Pradesh are the only eight states in India that offer free bus rides for women. Telangana marked a…
We need to swiftly switch to renewable energy-driven electric buses in India to combat rising greenhouse emissions, states an International Transport Forum (ITF) report. Transitioning from private vehicles to electric buses in India is expected to cut nearly 1,300 tonnes of CO2 emissions across cities. This article is based on the report titled Life-cycle Assessment…
