Archive · 22 Jul 2026
EV Buses and Charging Stations Ready for Visakhapatnam Airport Commute
Visakhapatnam is getting ready for the inauguration of its new international airport on August 1.
To make the commute easy for passengers, the city is deploying 20 electric buses (EVs) and setting up charging stations at various points.
By July 25, all the EV buses will be in place, with some already arriving in the city.
These buses will run on specific routes to and from the airport.
The city is also working hard to finish road works and make them accessible by the end of July.
This includes installing signboards and planting trees to beautify the area and prevent accidents.
The goal is to ensure a smooth and eco-friendly travel experience for everyone using the new airport.
Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport inauguration scheduled for August 1.
Commercial flight services to start two weeks later on August 15.
APSRTC deploying 20 EV buses for airport commute, with 13 already in Visakhapatnam.
Charging stations to be set up at key locations including Dwaraka and Maddilapalem.
VMRDA expediting road works to ensure accessibility by July-end.
- Who
- Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA), APSRTC
- What
- Deployment of EV buses and charging stations for airport commute
- When
- Inauguration on August 1, commercial flights start August 15
- Where
- Visakhapatnam, India
- Why
- To facilitate sustainable and efficient transportation for passengers to Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport
Infrastructure Development
Environmental Concerns
Infrastructure Development
Infrastructure Development
The deployment of EV buses and charging stations is a significant step towards sustainable and efficient public transportation.
Environmental Concerns
The rapid infrastructure development may lead to environmental degradation and disruption of local ecosystems.
- Inauguration Date
- August 1
- Commercial Flight Services Start
- August 15
- EV Buses Allocated
- 20
- EV Buses Deployed by July 25
- 13
- Charging Stations
- Dwaraka, Maddilapalem, Chodavaram, Kothavalasa, Elamanchili
- Road Works Completion
- July-end