Shillong, Feb. 28 -- Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Friday flagged off a fleet of 84 new buses, including 55 electric buses inducted under the PM eBus Sewa Scheme, at a programme held at the new Meghalaya Legislative Assembly.

The launch marked the formal introduction of "Ka Bos Jong Ngi" under the Urban Affairs Department. The newly inducted buses are equipped with air-conditioning, mobile charging points, real-time tracking systems, and e-ticketing facilities to ensure convenience, safety, and efficiency for passengers.

A pilot run commenced today on the IIM Shillong-Upper Shillong route, with services scheduled to operate daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

The initiative is expected to improve urban connectivity and provide cit...