Olectra Greentech Limited has introduced 35 air-conditioned electric buses in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, strengthening the city’s public transportation infrastructure and supporting the transition towards sustainable urban mobility. The buses were formally inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on November 1, 2026, during a ceremony held at the Divisional Sports Complex in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
The deployment has been undertaken to support the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation’s efforts to modernise the city’s public transport network and provide commuters with cleaner and more comfortable transportation options. The newly introduced electric buses will be operated by Evey Trans, with passenger services scheduled to begin on November 2, 2026, across various routes in the city.
The 35 buses are 9-metre-long electric vehicles equipped with blade battery technology. They feature monocoque construction, front and rear air suspension, an Antilock Braking System (ABS), regenerative braking and front and rear disc brakes. These technologies are designed to improve vehicle stability, passenger safety and overall ride comfort while supporting efficient electric operations.
The buses also incorporate several passenger-focused features to enhance convenience and travel experience. These include air curtains at both passenger doors, CCTV cameras, digital destination boards, an integrated passenger announcement system, vehicle location tracking systems, USB charging ports and a digital instrument cluster. The combination of these facilities is expected to provide commuters with a safer, more comfortable and connected public transport experience.
Commenting on the deployment, Mahesh Babu, Managing Director of Olectra Greentech Limited, said that India’s transition towards cleaner public transportation is progressing steadily. He highlighted that the introduction of 35 electric buses in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar represents another step towards making reliable and efficient electric mobility accessible to more people.
According to the company, more than 4,500 Olectra electric buses are currently operating across over 55 cities in India. These buses have collectively covered more than 750 million green kilometres, reflecting the company’s expanding contribution to electric public transportation. Babu also acknowledged the continued support of the Maharashtra Government and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation in advancing sustainable mobility initiatives.
The newly introduced buses are expected to contribute to reducing dependence on conventional fuels and improving urban air quality through zero tailpipe emissions. Their quieter operations will also support a more comfortable urban environment while helping reduce the environmental impact of city transportation.
The latest deployment further strengthens Olectra’s presence in Maharashtra and supports the growing adoption of electric buses across Indian cities. Through its electric mobility solutions, the company continues to contribute to the development of cleaner, more efficient and sustainable public transportation infrastructure.
