Chandigarh, Oct. 19 -- Panjab University, which proposed a shuttle bus service for its campus more than a decade ago, is now looking to replace that plan with an electric mobility network comprising e-buses and e-carts. It has sought financial assistance under corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and Member of Parliament (MP) Local Area Development funds.

The university has submitted a proposal seeking funds to procure 20 electric buses and 10 e-carts (golf carts), along with the necessary on-campus charging infrastructure. While the e-buses are meant to operate between the north and south campuses, the e-carts will facilitate short-distance travel within the campus. Officials said the initiative is also expected to phase ou...