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EKA Mobility, an automotive and technology company, and Chartered Speed Limited, a leading passenger bus operator, 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. The allocation accounts for nearly 39% of Bengaluru’s total planned electric bus induction of 4,500, marking a significant milestone in strengthening sustainable public e-transport infrastructure in the city.
Bengaluru has emerged as a front-runner in electric public transport adoption, with the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation steadily expanding its electric bus network in line with Karnataka’s clean mobility vision and India’s decarbonization roadmap. Safety remains a priority for Chartered Speed, which implements structured protocols including preventive maintenance, battery health monitoring, and specialized driver training to ensure reliable commuter services.
Commenting on the development, Rohit Srivastava, Business Head & Chief Growth Officer at EKA Mobility, said, “The PM E-Drive initiative is a powerful enabler of India’s electric mobility vision, and Bengaluru’s large-scale adoption of electric buses sets a benchmark for urban transport transformation. It’s about cleaner mobility, quieter streets, and a better daily commute for millions.”
Sanyam Gandhi, Whole-Time Director of Chartered Speed Limited, added, “Bengaluru is a key mobility hub, and electric buses are central to building a cleaner and more efficient public transport system. By Fiscal 2027, we aim to convert around 25% of our fleet to electric, supported by strong infrastructure investments to deliver commuter-centric services with lasting socio-economic impact.”
Earlier in 2025, Chartered Speed was awarded the deployment of over 1,000 electric buses under the Government of India’s Pradhan Mantri e-Bus Sewa Scheme, further strengthening the company’s role in India’s public transport electrification journey.
