"Chennai has introduced 120 low-floor electric buses into service under the Metropolitan Transport Corporation, marking the first deployment of this type of vehicle in Tamil Nadu."
"The investment for the 120 buses amounts to ₹207.90 crore, while the Vyasarpadi depot upgrade was completed at a cost of ₹47.50 crore."
"Each bus has a range of up to 200 km on a full charge and is equipped with features like seat belts, CCTV cameras, and mobile phone charging points."
"The fleet operates under a gross cost contract model, marking the first MTC fleet run without its own drivers."
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has introduced 120 low-floor electric buses into service with the Metropolitan Transport Corporation, marking a significant step for public transport in the region. The investment for the buses is ₹207.90 crore, while upgrades to the Vyasarpadi depot cost ₹47.50 crore. The buses have a range of 200 km and are equipped with safety and convenience features, including seat belts and CCTV. The fleet operates under a new private operator model, eliminating the need for MTC drivers. Additional infrastructure for future expansions is in development.
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