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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the addition of 500 new electric buses, expanding the city's fleet to 4,286, with plans to reach 14,000 by 2028.
Delhi is rapidly progressing towards establishing itself as the state with the highest number of electric buses in India. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta recently announced the flag-off of 500 new electric buses, bringing the total electric bus fleet in the national capital to 4,286. This expansion is part of an ambitious target set by the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) to have 7,700 buses by the close of 2026 and further increase the fleet to 14,000 by 2028, with the majority being electric vehicles.
The Delhi government's commitment to clean mobility extends beyond buses, as it is also working on an effective electric vehicle policy for private vehicles and accelerating metro expansion projects. These initiatives are aimed at improving commuter convenience and air quality across the city. The continuous growth of the electric bus fleet underscores Delhi's strategic push for a greener public transportation system, aligning with broader environmental and urban development goals.
