India, July 10 -- The Delhi government is exploring a plan to introduce seven-seater electric vans, on the lines of the Gramin Sewa network, to improve last-mile connectivity options in areas where conventional buses cannot operate, officials of the transport department said on Thursday.

According to the details shared, the plan is at a preliminary stage and the government plans to invite interested operators and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers to suggest the make and model of vehicles suited to the purpose.

"We are exploring an EV-based shared mobility model similar to Gramin Sewa for last-mile connectivity. The idea is to introduce small electric vehicles that can comfortably operate in narrow lanes while providing affordable shar...