+
Maharashtra to Make State Road Transport Fleet Fully Electric by 2037
ECONOMY & POLICY

Maharashtra to Make State Road Transport Fleet Fully Electric by 2037

The Maharashtra transport minister told the Legislative Council that the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation will convert its entire fleet of 22,000 buses to EVs by 2037, which would make the state the first in the country to commit to a complete transition of its state-run bus network to electric power. He noted that about 800 buses are already electric and that the target has been moved forward to align with the national vision for a full shift to electric mobility by 2047.

The minister said an earlier plan to procure 5,000 diesel buses annually for five years has been significantly revised. Beyond the 8,000 diesel buses currently in progress, all future additions to the fleet will be electric, and the government has devised a scheme to convert existing diesel buses to electric drivetrains.

The statement outlined measures to support the transition, including the use of solar power to recharge charging stations and thereby reduce reliance on the traditional power grid. The state EV Policy 2026 is reported to provide monetary incentives for electric vehicle purchases, including tax exemptions and toll discounts, and existing toll waivers already apply on major arterial routes such as the Mumbai–Pune Expressway, the Nagpur–Mumbai Samruddhi Mahamarg and the Atal Setu. The policy also aims to encourage private participation in charging networks.

The government plans to develop charging stations every 25 km on highways, extend financial support and promote training courses on charging technology. Officials framed the move as part of a broader effort to accelerate electric mobility, noting that Delhi currently has the largest electric bus fleet in the country with over 4,200 buses and its own expansion targets through 2028. Officials said the transition will require phased infrastructure deployment and sustained investment.

The Maharashtra transport minister told the Legislative Council that the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation will convert its entire fleet of 22,000 buses to EVs by 2037, which would make the state the first in the country to commit to a complete transition of its state-run bus network to electric power. He noted that about 800 buses are already electric and that the target has been moved forward to align with the national vision for a full shift to electric mobility by 2047. The minister said an earlier plan to procure 5,000 diesel buses annually for five years has been significantly revised. Beyond the 8,000 diesel buses currently in progress, all future additions to the fleet will be electric, and the government has devised a scheme to convert existing diesel buses to electric drivetrains. The statement outlined measures to support the transition, including the use of solar power to recharge charging stations and thereby reduce reliance on the traditional power grid. The state EV Policy 2026 is reported to provide monetary incentives for electric vehicle purchases, including tax exemptions and toll discounts, and existing toll waivers already apply on major arterial routes such as the Mumbai–Pune Expressway, the Nagpur–Mumbai Samruddhi Mahamarg and the Atal Setu. The policy also aims to encourage private participation in charging networks. The government plans to develop charging stations every 25 km on highways, extend financial support and promote training courses on charging technology. Officials framed the move as part of a broader effort to accelerate electric mobility, noting that Delhi currently has the largest electric bus fleet in the country with over 4,200 buses and its own expansion targets through 2028. Officials said the transition will require phased infrastructure deployment and sustained investment.

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Real Estate

Peninsula Land launches 19 luxury villas in Pune

Pune’s residential landscape is witnessing a shift as premium homebuyers increasingly seek larger spaces, privacy and independent living options beyond high-rise apartments. Addressing this demand, Peninsula Land Limited, part of the Ashok Piramal Group, has launched AshokVillas, an exclusive collection of 19 premium furnished villas in Gahunje, Pune.The development combines the independence of a standalone home with the convenience and security of a managed residential community. Designed around low-density horizontal living, AshokVillas offers residents private spaces while providing acces..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

MyBranch Expands South India Network with 16 Workspace Centres

MyBranch has expanded its South India presence with a 50,000 sq ft flexible workspace network comprising 16 centres across 14 cities in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana.The expansion reflects growing demand for flexible office infrastructure as businesses establish regional teams, satellite offices and operations beyond traditional metropolitan markets. MyBranch’s network spans Bengaluru, Coimbatore, Guntur, Hanamkonda, Hubballi, Hyderabad, Madurai, Mangaluru, Rajahmundry, Salem, Tirupati, Vellore, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam, with a large office space in Chennai also und..

Next Story
Building Material

Walplast Launches Moisture-Resistant Gypsum Plaster Solutions

Walplast Products Pvt. Ltd. has expanded its HomeSure GypEx portfolio with the launch of GypEx MoistShield and GypEx Gold, two gypsum plaster solutions designed to address moisture-prone applications and improve plastering efficiency.The new products have been developed in response to the growing demand for faster construction processes, improved material performance and consistent surface quality. The solutions aim to simplify interior plastering while addressing specific application requirements across construction environments.“Through HomeSure GypEx MoistShield and GypEx Gold, we are exp..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

SPECIAL OFFER
QR Code