Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged off 200 JBM Ecolife electric buses from Guwahati under the PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme, marking a major step in India’s transition toward clean and sustainable public transport. The deployment spans Guwahati, Bhavnagar and Nagpur, with 100 buses allocated to Guwahati and 50 each to the other two cities. With this rollout, JBM’s total electric bus fleet in India has crossed 3,200 buses operating across multiple states.
The 9-metre low-floor, air-conditioned buses are designed for intra-city operations and come equipped with commuter-centric amenities such as CCTV cameras, automatic doors and accessibility features for senior citizens and differently abled passengers. The buses will run on designated routes supported by modern depot and charging infrastructure, enhancing last-mile connectivity while reducing carbon emissions.
The deployment is expected to significantly strengthen Guwahati’s public transport ecosystem by improving fleet availability and encouraging the adoption of electric mobility solutions. Industry observers say the move will also stimulate local demand for EV infrastructure, maintenance services and related supply chains, positioning the city as a key hub for green urban mobility in the Northeast. JBM Auto Vice Chairman and Managing Director Nishant Arya said the milestone reflects the growing impact of public-private collaboration in building a zero-emission mobility ecosystem aligned with India’s net-zero goals.
