Private E-Buses in India: The Unseen Barriers to a Green Future
In Short Electric buses in India face significant hurdles, particularly in the private sector, where adoption remains minimal despite the country's ambitious climate goals. India aims to cut carbon emissions and achieve net-zero by 2070, with road transport being a key focus due to its substantial contribution to emissions. The government has incentivized the electrification of various vehicle categories through schemes like FAME II and PM e-Bus Sewa, but private intercity and interstate buses, which constitute 93% of the bus fleet, are…
By Vishal Kumar
August 21, 2024