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Himachal Pradesh rolls out 10 electric buses in Chamba, eyes 1,000 more
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🗓 21 Sep 2026, 06:01 AM
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The state government inaugurated ten electric buses in Chamba and announced a plan to add up to a thousand more to its public transport fleet.
Himachal Pradesh's transport department officially launched ten electric buses in the hill town of Chamba, marking the first step in a larger electrification drive for the state's public transport system. The buses, equipped with modern battery technology, began operating on local routes immediately after the inauguration.
The rollout is part of the state’s broader effort to reduce carbon emissions and curb dependence on diesel-powered vehicles in the mountainous region. Officials highlighted that electric buses can lower operating costs and improve air quality, aligning with Himachal Pradesh’s environmental commitments.
In addition to the initial fleet, the government disclosed plans to procure up to 1,000 electric buses over the coming years. While detailed timelines and financing arrangements were not disclosed, the expansion aims to create a sustainable, low‑emission transport network across the state.
The initiative has drawn attention from industry observers as a significant move toward greener mobility in North India, with expectations that other states may follow suit.
The rollout is part of the state’s broader effort to reduce carbon emissions and curb dependence on diesel-powered vehicles in the mountainous region. Officials highlighted that electric buses can lower operating costs and improve air quality, aligning with Himachal Pradesh’s environmental commitments.
In addition to the initial fleet, the government disclosed plans to procure up to 1,000 electric buses over the coming years. While detailed timelines and financing arrangements were not disclosed, the expansion aims to create a sustainable, low‑emission transport network across the state.
The initiative has drawn attention from industry observers as a significant move toward greener mobility in North India, with expectations that other states may follow suit.