Tata Motors has delivered Ultra EV air-conditioned electric buses to Jammu Smart City Limited through TML Smart City Mobility Solutions (J&K) Pvt Ltd, a Tata Motors Group company.
The Housing and Urban Development Department of the Government of Jammu and Kashmir is leading an eco-friendly program, which seeks to develop an environmentally sustainable public transportation system in Jammu.
Tata Motors electric buses, developed in India employing cutting-edge technology, provide emissions-free and noiseless transportation. These buses, which are designed with safety, comfort, and convenience in mind, help Jammu’s efforts to deliver dependable and zero-emission intra-city transportation alternatives. The delivery of electric buses is part of a broader agreement to supply, maintain, and operate 100 electric buses in Srinagar and 100 in Jammu over a 12-year term as part of the Jammu and Srinagar Smart City initiatives.
The fleet was inaugurated by Hon’ble Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Govt of India, Amit Shah, in the presence of Hon’ble Minister of Heavy Industries, Govt of India, Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey, and Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha. The event witnessed the participation of distinguished dignitaries, including Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Shri Jugal Kishore Sharma, Gulam Ali Khatana, Ajay Bhalla (IAS), Home Secretary Govt of India, Atal Dulloo (IAS), Chief Secretary Jammu and Kashmir, Mandeep Kaur (IAS), Commissioner Secretary H&UDD, J&K, along with other Administrative Secretaries and delegates from the Government of J&K, Municipal Corporation Jammu, Jammu Smart City Ltd, and representatives from Tata Motors.
Rahul Yadav (IAS), CEO, Jammu Smart City Ltd, said, “Jammu Smart City Ltd is committed to improving transportation in Jammu with the introduction of electric buses. The goal is to enhance mass mobility, providing increased safety and sustainability, along with greater access and convenience for commuters. These advanced buses not only meet rigorous quality standards but also contribute to collective initiatives aimed at improving the city’s air quality. Flagging off the Tata Motors’ electric bus is in line with Jammu Smart City’s commitment to reducing the carbon footprint and improving citizens’ quality of life.”
Asim Kumar Mukhopadhyay, Chairman, TML Smart City Mobility Solutions (J&K) Pvt Ltd, said, “Tata Motors has been at the forefront of the electric mobility sector, pioneering advanced innovations in public transportation specifically tailored to address India’s unique requirements. Our unparalleled knowledge of sustainable mobility solutions sets us apart, aligning with the government’s push for electric vehicles. Electric buses will be a vital addition to Jammu’s transportation system, providing numerous benefits that align with the city’s health, environmental and economic goals. We eagerly anticipate playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of public transport in Jammu.”
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