Delhi’s EV Offensive: 400 E-Buses Flagged Off by CM
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector (DEVi) scheme by flagging off 400 electric buses. A budget allocation of Rs 9,000 crore has been made to boost EV adoption, which includes plans to enhance charging infrastructure and depot facilities. Additionally, 2,080 more electric buses will be added under the DEVi scheme this year.
Key Details of the 400 Electric Buses Deployment
The new fleet will initially serve key neighborhoods in East and West Delhi, including Ghazipur, Vinod Nagar East, and Nangloi. Each bus has seating for 23 passengers, with six seats reserved for women, and space for 13 standing commuters.
- Affordable ticket fares ranging from Rs 10 to Rs 25
- Free travel for women
- Buses running every 10 minutes
The DEVi buses are equipped with an Intelligent Transport Management System (ITMS) that includes features such as GPS tracking, real-time route displays, automatic passenger counters, voice announcements, and CCTV surveillance for enhanced safety. Accessibility and comfort are ensured with panic buttons, wheelchair ramps, and knee-down mechanisms.
At the flag-off ceremony, CM Rekha Gupta emphasized the government’s vision to build a world-class transport network in Delhi. “We are determined to make urban mobility in Delhi cleaner, smarter, and more inclusive. DEVi is a significant leap forward, offering affordable and environment-friendly connectivity solutions to our citizens,” she said.
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