Ambala Cantt gets 10 new AC electric buses, taking local green fleet to 25

After flagging off the new buses, Vij purchased a ticket and boarded one to take advantage of the bus service with party workers

Haryana transport minister Anil Vij on Saturday said that Ambala Cantt is now one of the only few cities in the state where all 25 local service buses are environment friendly, electric, and air-conditioned.

At the occasion, the minister said that the transport department will soon develop new bus stands at Pipli, Sonepat, and Gurugram. (HT Photo)

Vij was addressing a gathering before flagging off 10 new electric air-conditioned buses joining the local bus service near PWD Rest House. He said that there are now 25 new electrically air-conditioned buses here, which will make travel much easier, especially during the summer season.

“Since the local bus service began here on November 1, 2024, revenue of ₹4 crore has been generated, while approximately 2.2 million passengers have benefited from this facility. Local services operate on 17 routes,” he said.

After flagging off the new buses, Vij purchased a ticket and boarded one to take advantage of the bus service with party workers. At the occasion, the minister said that the transport department will soon develop new bus stands at Pipli, Sonepat, and Gurugram. He also said the department is working on an app-based bus tracking system.