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BMTC rolls out 148 non-AC e-buses with safety, eco-friendly upgrades

  • Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has introduced 148 new non-AC electric buses with safety and eco-friendly upgrades.
  • These e-buses, supplied by Tata Motors Ltd Smart City Mobility Solutions Ltd, operate under a Gross Cost Contract model for 12 years at ₹41.01 per kilometre per bus, including electricity charges.
  • BMTC aims to prevent around 2.07 lakh kilograms of CO₂ emissions and save nearly 77,000 litres of diesel daily with the new electric buses, contributing to the city's green transport initiatives.
  • The buses feature zero-emission operation, safety measures like panic buttons and FDAS, accessibility features like wheelchair ramps, and energy-efficient regenerative braking.

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