Tamil Nadu Eyes 1,500 EV Buses; Bid Deadline Set for August 19
With urban air pollution down 22% from electrification, TN's fresh EV bus tender targets fleet scale-up for MTC and TNSTC routes across major cities.
Why this matters to Tamil Nadu
For daily commuters on MTC and TNSTC routes in Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, and other major cities, more electric buses mean quieter, cleaner, and more fuel-efficient rides — with lower breakdown frequency compared to ageing diesel fleets. The 22% pollution reduction already recorded from the first wave of EV buses is a measurable public health gain for people living along busy bus corridors.
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