NMC to deploy 850 E-buses in two years
The expansion will also include a dedicated e-bus service to and from Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, aimed at providing seamless connectivity for air travellers.
Out of the proposed 850 e-buses, 30 were already procured under the first phase with funding of Rs137 crore sanctioned by the state govt in April 2023, following a 2023 budget announcement by then deputy chief minister and current CM Devendra Fadnavis.
These 30 e-buses will be launched on new routes from July 1, with route finalisation underway.
As of now, NMC operates 445 city buses, including 214 e-buses. The number will gradually increase with the addition of 230 nine-metre and 250 twelve-metre electric buses. Supporting infrastructure is being developed, with depots to come up at Wathoda and Khapri, and a dedicated charging depot named Matrishakti E-Depot in Lakadganj.
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Additionally, 150 buses will be received under the PM Shri scheme.
The transformation comes as the NMC begins decommissioning 76 remaining diesel buses — part of a 240-bus fleet purchased in 2009 under JNNURM. All diesel buses are to be phased out by December 2025.
Transport manager Vinod Jadhav said operating costs are expected to drop by up to 40%, making the transition both environmentally and economically beneficial. He added that airport routes will be finalised based on flight timings to ensure reliable and affordable last-mile connectivity.
With 1.4 lakh daily commuters, NMC also plans to revise existing routes and introduce new ones to enhance public transport coverage.
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