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Karnataka to procure 4,500 electric buses for Bengaluru
Karnataka has announced plans to add 4,500 electric buses to Bengaluru's public transport fleet, backed by a ₹2,000 crore loan for infrastructure upgrades. The initiative is part of broader efforts to modernize bus services across the state.
LSN India ·
The Karnataka government has committed to procuring 4,500 electric buses for Bengaluru as part of a comprehensive public transport modernization programme. Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh announced the initiative, which aims to significantly expand the state's bus fleet while transitioning towards cleaner mobility solutions.
The procurement drive will be supported by a ₹2,000 crore loan earmarked specifically for upgrading bus infrastructure across Karnataka. The funding is intended to strengthen facilities and support systems necessary to accommodate the expanded electric bus fleet.
State officials framed the announcement as part of a broader strategy to enhance public transport services and reduce dependence on private vehicles. The shift towards electric buses aligns with environmental sustainability goals while addressing growing transportation demand in the tech hub of Bengaluru and other urban centres across the state.
The move reflects India's larger push towards electric vehicle adoption in public transportation, with several metropolitan areas undertaking similar modernization programmes. Officials indicated that implementation would proceed in phases, though specific timelines for bus deployment were not immediately detailed.