Maharashtra to make all State Transport buses electric by 2037, says Minister Pratap Sarnaik

Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced that Maharashtra's State Transport (ST) fleet will be completely converted to electric vehicles by 2037. The move is part of the state’s broader climate and sustainability agenda, aimed at slashing emissions and reducing diesel dependence. Over the next 15 years, the government intends to phase in electric buses, develop charging infrastructure and provide driver training, working alongside private partners. Officials said the transition will generate jobs in the EV sector and lower operating costs for public transport, though specific funding details were not disclosed. With this timeline, Maharashtra joins a handful of Indian states that have set a clear deadline for full electrification of their public bus networks.