PM E-DRIVE Scheme: Delhi to Add 2,800 Electric Buses
Why in the news
Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh announced the plan to induct 2,800 electric buses using PM E-DRIVE support. The goal is better connectivity and clean mobility.
Key facts
- Number of buses: 2,800 e-buses, AC and low-floor.
- Sizes: 9 m and 12 m variants.
- Service areas: outlying and poorly connected parts of the city.
- Fleet goal: nearly 14,000 buses in Delhi by 2028-29.
About PM E-DRIVE
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Expansion | PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement |
| Year of launch | 2024 |
| Nodal ministry | Ministry of Heavy Industries |
| Budget | ₹10,900 crore (approx.), for a fixed period |
| Predecessor | FAME-II scheme |
| Coverage | E-2W and e-3W, e-buses, e-trucks, e-ambulances, plus charging infrastructure |
Objectives
- Speed up EV adoption and cut dependence on fossil fuels.
- Reduce air pollution and support domestic EV manufacturing.
- E-buses are a priority, with the aim of backing tens of thousands of them across state transport undertakings.
Exam angle
- Nodal ministry: Ministry of Heavy Industries.
- Scheme replaced: FAME-II.
- Money and year: approx. ₹10,900 crore; launched 2024.