Delhi Launches 400 Electric Buses Under DEVI Scheme; CM Rekha Gupta Announces 100% Electric Public Transport by 2026 - Grow-Own

Delhi Launches 400 Electric Buses Under DEVI Scheme; CM Rekha Gupta Announces 100% Electric Public Transport by 2026 Devi

May 6, 2025

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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled 400 new electric buses under the Delhi Electric Vehicle Initiative (DEVI) on May 2, 2025, accelerating the city’s transition to zero-emission public transport.
With plans to induct 2,080 additional e-buses by December 2025, Delhi aims to retire 1,000 ageing diesel vehicles and achieve a 100% electric public transport fleet by 2026, a year ahead of India’s national target.
The ₹1,200 crore initiative, supported by JBM Auto’s ECOLIFE buses, is projected to cut 420,000 liters of diesel consumption annually per bus while reducing CO₂ emissions by 1,000 tons per vehicle over a decade.

DEVI Scheme: Building a World-Class Electric Fleet

The 400 low-floor electric buses feature real-time tracking, CCTV surveillance, and fire detection systems to enhance commuter safety. Powered by 360 kWh lithium-ion batteries, they offer a 250 km range on a single charge and address Delhi’s intra-city routes.
JBM Auto’s Delhi-NCR plant, capable of producing 20,000 buses annually, supplied 120 units, with the remainder coming from Tata Motors and Olectra.
By late 2025, Delhi’s fleet will grow to 2,480 e-buses, supported by a city-wide network of 150 swappable battery stations under EV Policy 2.0. The government plans to install high-capacity chargers at 12 depots, including the Kushak Nallah facility, enabling overnight charging for 80% of the fleet

20,000 Green Jobs and Skill Development

Delhi’s updated EV policy targets creating 20,000 jobs in manufacturing, charging infrastructure, and battery recycling by 2027. Skill centers will train workers in EV maintenance and battery management, while academic partnerships with IIT Delhi and DTU aim to develop a specialized workforce.

Charging Infrastructure and Affordability

While Policy 2.0 promises 100% charging station coverage by 2030, experts note challenges in deploying infrastructure in unauthorized colonies. The government is considering subsidies to offset upfront EV costs for auto drivers and logistics firms.

Conclusion: A Blueprint for Sustainable Urban Mobility

Delhi’s electric bus expansion and EV Policy 2.0 position the capital as India’s clean mobility leader. With 2,480 e-buses operational by 2026 and strict phase-out timelines for polluting vehicles, the city could serve as a model for Mumbai, Chennai, and other metros. Success hinges on sustained investments in grid resilience and equitable access to charging infrastructure-a test of Delhi’s commitment to merging environmental ambition with social equity.

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