Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has accelerated Bengaluru’s electrified public transport with the delivery of technologically-advanced Starbus EVs to Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC). This marks a significant milestone as part of a larger order as per the agreement between TML Smart City Mobility Solutions Ltd., a Tata Motors subsidiary, and BMTC, encompassing the commencement of supply, operation and maintenance of 921 state-of-the-art 12-metre low-floor electric buses, over a 12-year period.
Tata Motors’ smart electric bus was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri Siddaramaiah, along withHon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri DK Shivakumar, Shri Ramalingareddy, Hon’ble Minister for Transport &Mujarai, Govt of Karnataka & Chairman, BMTC, Shri Rizwan Arshad, Hon’ble MLA, Shivajinagar Assembly Constituency, Ms Kala Krishnswamy, IPS, Director (S&V), BMTC and Ms. G Sathyavathi, IAS, Managing Director, BMTC.
Tata Starbus EV, an indigenous innovation, is now part of BMTC’s fleet, offering a sustainable and comfortable commuting experience. Powered by advanced battery systems, these zero-emission buses align with Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. Ms. G Sathyavathi, IAS, Managing Director, BMTC, said “These buses will not only contribute towards eco-friendly transportation, but will also offer noise-free and comfortable mass mobility in the city.”
