Centre plans new E-bus scheme after allocating all 14,000 buses under PM E-DRIVE
The Central government is considering rolling out a new electric bus scheme for States once the allocation of all 14,000 buses under the existing ₹10,900 crore PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme is complete. Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) has successfully tendered and allocated all 14,000 buses, which are expected to be delivered to States within 2-3 years. This initiative is a significant push for public transportation electrification. The official noted that absorbing such a large fleet presents challenges for operators regarding depot capacity and route planning.
Key Points
- The Centre plans to launch a new electric bus scheme after completing the allocation under the current PM E-DRIVE program.
- All 14,000 buses under the ₹10,900 crore PM E-DRIVE scheme have been tendered and allocated by Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL).
- The allocated buses are expected to be delivered to States within the next 2-3 years.
- This scheme is a major step towards electrifying public transportation in India.
- Challenges include managing depot capacity and route planning for the large fleet.
Exam Facts
- Scheme name: PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE).
- Scheme outlay: ₹10,900 crore.
- Number of electric buses for procurement: 14,028.
- Implementing agency: Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL).
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