Delhi, Sarawak Expand Electric Bus Fleets to Enhance Public Transport

Delhi is significantly expanding its electric bus fleet to enhance public transportation and reduce pollution, with 401 new nine-meter electric buses set to be launched by mid-June under the Delhi Electric Vehicle Initiative (DEVI). The city currently operates around 1,895 electric buses, and plans include increasing the total fleet to 11,000 buses by 2026, alongside reevaluating bus routes. Additionally, the Delhi Transport Corporation has begun deploying 71 new electric buses from the newly electrified Ghazipur and East Vinod Nagar depots to address bus shortages in East Delhi. These buses feature accessibility improvements such as CCTV cameras, live tracking, panic buttons, and motorized ramps for passengers with disabilities. Meanwhile, other regions are also upgrading their bus services: Leicestershire is introducing four new bus routes over the summer, and Sarawak's SBST BAS.MY project has launched 56 new stage buses to modernize public transport, offering affordable monthly passes and free rides for eligible groups. These initiatives reflect broader efforts across regions to improve public transit efficiency, accessibility, and environmental sustainability.