New Delhi, June 7 -- The Delhi government is set to take a major step towards strengthening the national capital's public transport network through the planned engagement of 2,800 air-conditioned low-floor Electric buses under the Centre's PM E-DRIVE scheme.
According to Delhi Transport Minister Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh, the proposed fleet comprises 1,400 nine-metre and 1,400 twelve-metre electric buses.
The initiative is expected to improve accessibility of public transport across Delhi, by enhancing last-mile connectivity, particularly in the peripheral areas of the city.
The Transport Department has observed encouraging operational performance of nine-metre electric buses that are deployed in the city, particularly in meeting local and f...