New Delhi, April 18: In a significant step towards building a clean, green, and pollution-free Delhi, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta flagged off 200 new electric buses from the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) depot in East Vinod Nagar on Friday.
According to an official statement, the addition of these 200 buses has increased the total number of buses in the capital to over 6,300, with more than 4,500 being electric. This makes Delhi the city with the highest number of electric buses in the country.
The government aims to boost the total number of buses to approximately 14,000 by 2028-29. These new buses are equipped with CCTV cameras, panic buttons, real-time tracking, and facilities for differently-abled individuals.
On this occasion, the inter-state e-bus service between Delhi and Rohtak was also inaugurated, along with the dedication of the Madanpur Khadar bus terminal to the public, and the inauguration of the newly constructed administrative building at the depot.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the government is rapidly promoting electric mobility to make the capital pollution-free. She stated that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, both the country and Delhi are progressing towards new heights of development.
The event was attended by Delhi’s Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, senior officials from the relevant departments, and other dignitaries.
The Chief Minister noted that every initiative by the Delhi government aims to provide citizens with better connectivity, a cleaner environment, and modern transportation facilities. She highlighted that Friday was a special day as four major projects were inaugurated simultaneously.
A significant number of the new buses are ‘Devi’ buses, designed to reach remote and narrow lanes, thereby improving transportation services for the general public.
Additionally, the launch of the Delhi-Rohtak inter-state bus service will strengthen regional connectivity. The Chief Minister described the inauguration of the Madanpur Khadar bus terminal as a crucial facility for passengers, ensuring more organized transport services.
She also mentioned the opening of the newly constructed administrative building at the East Vinod Nagar depot, stating that improved facilities enhance employee productivity. This building is equipped with biometric systems and health check-up facilities to ensure that drivers operate buses in safe and healthy conditions, reducing the likelihood of accidents.
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