India’s first electric AC double-decker bus inaugurated in Mumbai

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Category : State Published on: February 16 2023

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The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking (BEST) inaugurated India's first electric air-conditioned double-decker bus.
The route of these buses will be South Mumbai, BKC Kurla, and Andheri and is believed to reduce the rush of commuters.
The ticket price has been kept at a minimum of Rs 6 for a distance of 5 km.
The seating capacity of the Electric Double Decker Bus is 73.
At present, the transport department has 45 electric AC buses of various sizes, and 100 more will be inducted this year.
The Electric Buses or SWITCH EiV boasts of latest technology, state-of-the-art design, highest safety and best-in-class comfort features for 22 passengers.

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India’s first electric AC double-decker bus inaugurated in Mumbai