Centre to Procure 14,028 Electric Buses in Phases Under PM E-DRIVE

29 Apr 2025 CW Team

The Centre plans to procure fourteen thousand twenty-eight electric buses (e-buses) in multiple tranches instead of a single large order, as some states have yet to submit their detailed requirements.

The procurement is part of the Ministry of Heavy Industries' plan to allocate around 40 per cent of the Rs 109 billion PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme for boosting electric public transport.

A total demand for fifteen thousand four hundred e-buses has been received from seven states, including Gujarat, Telangana, Karnataka and Delhi, with Delhi alone requesting around two thousand five hundred units. The phased approach aims to ensure flexibility and better coordination among participating states.

The ministry had set aside Rs 43.91 billion to subsidise the purchase of fourteen thousand twenty-eight electric buses, promoting affordable and eco-friendly public transportation systems. By staggering procurement, the government hopes to maintain efficiency while accommodating evolving state-level demands.

The initiative is expected to significantly advance India’s transition towards sustainable urban mobility and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, aligning with the country's broader climate action commitments.

Source: Business Standard

Resources

09 Mar 2026

Haworth India Hosts Women’s Leadership Panel Series

Haworth India marked International Women’s Day by hosting a leadership roundtable series titled ‘Give to Gain’, bringing together senior women leaders from architecture and design firms, corporates and project management consultancies. The series has been conducted in Delhi and Mumbai, with upcoming sessions scheduled in Bengaluru and Hyderabad on 27 March 2026. Structured as moderated panel discussions followed by audience interaction, the initiative examined the business impact of women’s leadership and the role of inclusive workplaces in supporting professional growth. Manish Khan..

Max Estates Secures RERA For Max One Project

Max Estates has secured RERA approval (UPRERA No.: UPRERAPRJ9759) for its Max One development around Max Towers in Sector 16B, Noida, bringing renewed progress to a project previously stalled following the insolvency of its earlier developer. Spread across around 10 acres with an estimated development potential of about 2.5 million sq ft, Max One is planned as an integrated mixed-use campus combining serviced residences, premium offices, retail spaces and a private club. The project is expected to generate total sales potential of about Rs 20 billion along with an estimated annuity rental inc..

Hindware Introduces Starc Smart Wall Mount Toilet

Hindware has introduced the Starc Smart Wall-Mount Toilet under its Hindware Italian Collection, designed to combine automation, hygiene and contemporary bathroom aesthetics. The model features automatic flushing, sensor-based seat opening and closing, and remote-controlled functions. It also includes an oscillating water spray and warm air dryer for cleaning, along with a self-cleaning nozzle designed to maintain hygiene. Additional features include adjustable heated seating, customisable water temperature and pressure settings, a foot-touch flush system and an LCD control interface. The wa..