Nagaland Signs Agreement With Tata Motors For 43 Buses

12 May 2026 CW Team

The tripartite agreement was executed in Kohima by the Additional Chief Engineer representing NST, Merangkaba Imchen, an officer on special duty from the Finance Department Ketoulhou Metha, and the Deputy General Manager for Sales and Marketing at Tata Motors Ajay Gupta, in the presence of Chief Secretary Sentiyanger Imchen.

The procurement is intended to strengthen scheduled services and modernise fleet operations across the state. Officials described the deal as one of the largest single additions to NST since its formation.

NST is expected to receive the new fleet within three months, which is anticipated to augment passenger capacity and improve safety, comfort and connectivity across urban and rural routes. The agreement represents a structured procurement model between a state transport agency and a vehicle manufacturer that aims to bring predictability to fleet renewal.

Officials highlighted that newer vehicles will support regular services and help optimise scheduling. The buses are to be phased into operation across priority corridors and feeder routes in a planned manner.

The state administration noted that improved public transport availability is central to reducing congestion and enhancing mobility options for commuters. The procurement is expected to complement broader efforts to upgrade infrastructure and integrate transport planning across districts.

Tata Motors will provide sales and marketing support and is likely to coordinate with NST on delivery timelines and initial maintenance arrangements. Officials indicated that the model may serve as a template for similar procurements by other departments.

The Finance Department will oversee financial disbursement and compliance as the buses are inducted into service. Authorities said the move is designed to improve service reliability and encourage greater use of public transport by residents. Implementation will be monitored by administrative heads to ensure timely commissioning and operational readiness.

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The Nagaland Government has signed a memorandum of agreement with Tata Motors Limited for the procurement of 43 buses for the Nagaland State Transport (NST) department, with an outlay of Rs 130 million (Rs 130 mn). The tripartite agreement was executed in Kohima by the Additional Chief Engineer representing NST, Merangkaba Imchen, an officer on special duty from the Finance Department Ketoulhou Metha, and the Deputy General Manager for Sales and Marketing at Tata Motors Ajay Gupta, in the presence of Chief Secretary Sentiyanger Imchen. The procurement is intended to strengthen scheduled services and modernise fleet operations across the state. Officials described the deal as one of the largest single additions to NST since its formation. NST is expected to receive the new fleet within three months, which is anticipated to augment passenger capacity and improve safety, comfort and connectivity across urban and rural routes. The agreement represents a structured procurement model between a state transport agency and a vehicle manufacturer that aims to bring predictability to fleet renewal. Officials highlighted that newer vehicles will support regular services and help optimise scheduling. The buses are to be phased into operation across priority corridors and feeder routes in a planned manner. The state administration noted that improved public transport availability is central to reducing congestion and enhancing mobility options for commuters. The procurement is expected to complement broader efforts to upgrade infrastructure and integrate transport planning across districts. Tata Motors will provide sales and marketing support and is likely to coordinate with NST on delivery timelines and initial maintenance arrangements. Officials indicated that the model may serve as a template for similar procurements by other departments. The Finance Department will oversee financial disbursement and compliance as the buses are inducted into service. Authorities said the move is designed to improve service reliability and encourage greater use of public transport by residents. Implementation will be monitored by administrative heads to ensure timely commissioning and operational readiness.

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