Olectra Introduces 35 Electric Buses in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar; Services Begin November 2

Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, India, November 2, 2026: Olectra Greentech Limited has introduced 35 air-conditioned electric buses in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, as part of efforts to strengthen the city’s public transport network and promote cleaner urban mobility.

The buses were formally inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on November 1, 2026, at a ceremony held at the Divisional Sports Complex in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The introduction supports the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation’s plans to modernise public transportation in the city.

The 35 electric buses will be operated by Evey Trans, with passenger services scheduled to commence from November 2 across various routes. The deployment is expected to improve connectivity while offering commuters a cleaner and more comfortable travel option.

Olectra electric buses feature blade battery technology

The newly introduced Olectra electric buses are 9 metres long and powered by blade battery technology. They feature monocoque construction, front and rear air suspension, an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), regenerative braking and disc brakes at both ends.

Passenger convenience and safety features include air curtains at both passenger doors, CCTV cameras, digital destination boards with an integrated passenger announcement system, vehicle location tracking, USB charging ports and a digital instrument cluster.

With zero tailpipe emissions and quieter operation, the electric buses are expected to help reduce dependence on conventional fuels and contribute to improved urban air quality in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Olectra has deployed over 4,500 electric buses across India

Commenting on the deployment, Mahesh Babu, Managing Director of Olectra Greentech Limited, said the introduction of the 35 buses was another step towards making clean, reliable and efficient public transport accessible to more people.

He noted that more than 4,500 Olectra electric buses are operating across over 55 cities in India and have collectively covered more than 750 million green kilometres. He added that the company’s focus extends beyond the number of vehicles deployed to their impact on everyday mobility, passenger experience and the environment.

The latest deployment further strengthens Olectra’s presence in Maharashtra and its contribution to electric public transportation across the country.

Headquartered in Hyderabad, Olectra Greentech manufactures electric buses and electric tippers, with solutions for urban and intercity public transport. According to the company, it has deployed over 4,500 electric vehicles nationwide, has an order book exceeding 7,950 vehicles and has clocked more than 750 million green kilometres.