EKA Mobility and Chartered Speed Secure LOCQ to Deploy 1,750 Electric Buses in Bengaluru Under PM E-Drive Scheme

Bengaluru, India: EKA Mobility, an automotive and technology company building a global commercial vehicle (CV) electric mobility ecosystem, and Chartered Speed Limited, a leading passenger bus mobility service provider, have secured the Letter of Confirmation of Quantity (LOCQ) for the deployment of 1,750 electric buses in Bengaluru under the Government of India’s PM E-Drive Scheme.

This allocation accounts for nearly 39 per cent of Bengaluru’s planned induction of 4,500 electric buses, highlighting Chartered Speed Limited’s significant role in accelerating the city’s public transport electrification. The development marks a major milestone in strengthening sustainable urban mobility infrastructure in one of India’s fastest-growing metropolitan regions.

Bengaluru has emerged as a frontrunner in electric public transport adoption, with the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) steadily expanding its electric bus fleet in alignment with Karnataka’s clean mobility vision and the Government of India’s decarbonisation roadmap.

Safety remains a core pillar of Chartered Speed Limited’s electric vehicle operations. The company follows structured safety protocols, including preventive maintenance practices, continuous battery health monitoring, and specialised driver training programmes, ensuring reliable and commuter-focused electric bus services. The partnership brings together Chartered Speed’s operational expertise and EKA Mobility’s electric bus manufacturing and technology capabilities to deliver accessible, efficient, and sustainable urban transport solutions.

Commenting on the development, Mr. Rohit Srivastava, Business Head & Chief Growth Officer, EKA Mobility, said the PM E-Drive Scheme is a key enabler of India’s electric mobility vision. He added that Bengaluru’s large-scale electric bus adoption sets a strong benchmark for urban transport transformation, noting that the collaboration is focused not only on scale but also on creating cleaner mobility, quieter streets, and an improved daily commute.

Mr. Sanyam Gandhi, Whole-Time Director, Chartered Speed Limited, said Bengaluru is a critical mobility hub and electric buses are central to building a cleaner and more efficient public transport system. He stated that the PM E-Drive allocation reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to sustainable mass mobility, with plans to convert around 25 per cent of its fleet to electric by FY2027, supported by robust infrastructure investments.

Earlier in 2025, Chartered Speed Limited was also awarded the deployment of over 1,000 electric buses under the Government of India’s Pradhan Mantri e-Bus Sewa Scheme, further strengthening its position in India’s expanding electric public transport ecosystem.