Archive · 22 Jul 2026
BEST Revives Plan for 150 Electric Double-Decker Buses
The BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) in Mumbai is trying to get 150 electric double-decker buses after a three-year delay.
They already have 50 of these buses, but the rest were stuck because of some problems with the contract.
Now, they are going to ask for a small increase in the payment they make for each kilometer the buses travel.
If this is approved, they can finally get the remaining buses.
These buses are good for the environment because they don't pollute the air, and they can carry more people.
This will help Mumbai have better public transport and reduce the need for diesel buses.
BEST is reviving the plan to procure 150 electric double-decker buses after a three-year delay.
The delay was due to technical and contractual issues, with 50 buses already delivered.
A revised proposal seeks a slight increase in the per-kilometre lease payment for the buses.
Approval of the proposal is expected to resume the delivery of the remaining 150 buses.
The new buses will strengthen BEST's electric fleet and improve capacity on busy routes.
- Who
- BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport)
- What
- Revival of the plan to procure 150 electric double-decker buses
- When
- July 22, 2023
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- To strengthen the electric fleet and improve public transport capacity
Proponents of Electric Buses
Critics of Increased Lease Payments
Environmental Benefits
Proponents of Electric Buses
Electric double-decker buses will reduce pollution and support sustainable public transport.
Critics of Increased Lease Payments
The increased lease payments may not justify the environmental benefits.
Cost Considerations
Proponents of Electric Buses
The slight increase in lease payments is necessary to ensure the delivery of the buses.
Critics of Increased Lease Payments
The cost increase could burden the BEST financially and lead to higher fares for commuters.
- Number of Buses Ordered
- 150
- Buses Already Delivered
- 50
- Delay Duration
- 3 years
- Reason for Delay
- Technical and contractual issues
- Proposed Change
- Slight increase in per-kilometre lease payment
- Expected Outcome
- Strengthening of BEST's electric fleet and improved capacity on busy routes