India’s first double-decker AC electric bus finally hits Mumbai streets

Commuters in Mumbai Tuesday flocked to the bus stop early in the day to commute via India’s first electric double-decker bus. The electric-powered AC double-decker received an overwhelming response as the bus finally hit the Mumbai streets starting today and reportedly. The bus started commuting between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and the National Centre of Performing arts (NCPA). This electric mode of transport will



allow commuters to avail cheaper, eco-friendly travel in comparison to conventional transportation.

The electric double-decker bus seats 73 people. According to the BEST officials, it is equipped with CCTV cameras and automatic doors and can be charged in 80 minutes. The transportation company currently has 45 electric AC buses of various sizes, and 100 more wet-lease buses will be added to its fleet in stages this year.