Jammu and Kashmir government will induct 200 electric buses in twin capitals cities of Jammu and Srinagar, an official spokesman said here on Monday.
Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta signed a Memorandum of Understanding with TATA Motors Ltd. and Chalo Mobility Pvt. Ltd for the deployment of 200 electric buses in twin capital cities of Jammu and Srinagar.
Under this project, Tata Motors and Chalo Mobility will work in collaboration with each other for the functioning of electric buses in both cities in coordination with Jammu Smart City and Srinagar Smart City Limited.
Tata Motors will be responsible for supply, operation & maintenance of electric buses, 100 each in Jammu & Srinagar.
The collaboration is part of Jammu and Kashmir’s government initiative to establish an environmentally, socially, and financially sustainable network of public transport for Jammu and Srinagar.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Secretary remarked that induction of electric buses will transform the transport system in both cities of Jammu and Srinagar. He asked both firms to ensure the best travelling experience to people in twin cities.
He made out that besides being environment friendly the buses will also give a unique experience to commuters. He maintained that the government is committed to provide every modern facility in the cities of Jammu and Kashmir.
He reiterated that the government would continue its efforts to provide world class comforts to people in both these smart cities.
Principal Secretary, HU&DD, Dheeraj Gupta on the occasion said that the electric vehicles are the future of transport as they are eco-friendly, ideal for the urban environment, and contribute to reducing pollution levels.
He further added that this collaboration will facilitate effortless and convenient travel in electric buses in both the capitals of Jammu and Srinagar.
Chalo Mobility will deploy its consumer technology solutions to offer convenience like Electronic Ticket Issuing Machines (‘ETIMs’), Automated Fare Collection System (‘AFCS’), Mobile App with Mobile Tickets and Mobile Passes Platform, Smart Cards Platform and Cloud Based Hosting to the commuters.
Division Commissioner Kashmir, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Jammu Smart City Limited (JSCL), Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL), CEO & MD – TATA Motors Smart City Mobility Solution Limited, COOTATA Motors Smart City Mobility Solution Limited, and Sr. Vice President, CHALO Mobility Pvt.Ltd besides other concerned officers were present on the occasion.
