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NDTV
11-06-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
NeuGo Inducts Delhi-Lucknow Route, Longest Journey On Its List
NueGo, India's first electric intercity bus brand by GreenCell Mobility, proudly announces the launch of its all-electric bus service on the Delhi-Lucknow route, offering fares at Rs 999. This new route reinforces the brand's commitment to sustainable mass mobility, offering Guests a premium travel experience between two large cities of the Northern region. The launch of its newest and longest electric intercity bus route, connecting Delhi to Lucknow, covering this extensive route in approximately 10 hours, marks a significant milestone in sustainable travel, setting a new benchmark for long-distance EV intercity transportation in India. NueGo's electric buses are built to provide a seamless blend of safety, comfort, timeliness, and sustainability. With zero tail-pipe emissions, each bus undergoes 25 rigorous safety checks, including mechanical and electrical inspections, ensuring reliability for long-distance travel. With a range of over 250 kilometres on a single charge, the Delhi-Lucknow route offers a smooth, sustainable travel experience for all Guests. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Devndra Chawla, CEO & MD of GreenCell Mobility, said, "At NueGo, we are constantly working towards offering guests a sustainable yet premium intercity travel experience. With this expansion, we're not just launching new routes; we're building a movement toward cleaner, smarter intercity travel. Our mission is to reduce India's carbon footprint while delivering unmatched comfort and reliability." Also Read - 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport Breaks Cover: Here's What Has Changed The Delhi-Lucknow service is part of NueGo's growing sustainable mass mobility network across India, with over 300 electric buses operating more than 500 daily departures. NueGo electric buses feature advanced technology, including real-time geo-location tracking through a dedicated mobile NueGo App. Guests benefit from well-trained staff, premium in-cabin comfort, and access to airport-like lounges in select cities, ensuring a pleasant and stress-free journey. NueGo also prioritises women's safety with several dedicated features, including a 24x7 helpline, a "Pink Seat" option available during ticket booking, and buses equipped with CCTV surveillance, GPS tracking, driver breath analyser tests, and speed caps set at 80 km/hr. This route launch follows the successful conclusion of NueGo's Kashmir to Kanyakumari (E-K2K) expedition, which demonstrated the resilience of electric buses across diverse terrains and emphasised the importance of public engagement in sustainability efforts.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
GreenCell Mobility wins order for over 1,200 electric buses under PM e-Bus Sewa scheme
GreenCell Mobility has secured a Letter of Award (LoA) for the supply and deployment of more than 1,200 electric buses under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme. The order includes 472 Eicher electric buses for use across six cities in Madhya Pradesh and 750 buses to be supplied in partnership with EKA Mobility across 11 cities in Andhra Pradesh. In Madhya Pradesh, GreenCell will work alongside VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) , while the Andhra Pradesh deployment will be carried out in collaboration with Pinnacle Mobility Solutions (EKA Mobility). GreenCell Mobility, backed by Eversource Capital, stated that it is also setting up the required charging infrastructure to support these operations. The company already operates 900 electric buses in Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. Industry collaboration and government support Devndra Chawla , MD & CEO, GreenCell Mobility, said, 'GreenCell Mobility is honoured to collaborate with the Governments of Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh to support the state's transition to sustainable public transport. These projects are a major milestone in our mission to transform mass mobility through zero-emission electric buses. Backed by strategic partnerships with leading OEMs and a robust financing model, we are committed to making clean, efficient public transportation accessible throughout India's growing cities—while delivering a safe, reliable, and superior guest experience.' Vinod Aggarwal , MD & CEO of VE Commercial Vehicles, added, 'We are delighted to take the next step with GreenCell Mobility by introducing Eicher electric buses in their operations under the PM E-Bus Sewa Scheme. These buses are built on reliable technology and have already clocked 1.4 crore kms across India. It is a matter of pride for us that these buses will operate in the state of Madhya Pradesh which has been home to Eicher Trucks and Buses for over four decades.' The PM e-Bus Sewa scheme aims to deploy 10,000 electric buses across India. In FY25, Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) issued a tender for 4,588 buses under this scheme. The electric buses offered by GreenCell Mobility include features such as a driving range of over 250 kilometres per charge, fast charging, AI-based energy management, CCTV surveillance, real-time tracking, air suspension, low noise levels, and advanced safety systems, the company said.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
GreenCell to deploy 1,222 e-buses in MP, Andhra under PM E-Bus Sewa Scheme
New Delhi: GreenCell Mobility has received the Letter of Award (LoA) for the supply and deployment of 472 Eicher electric buses in Madhya Pradesh under the PM E-Bus Sewa Scheme . In addition, the company has been selected to deploy 750 electric buses across 11 cities in Andhra Pradesh in partnership with Pinnacle Mobility Solutions (EKA Mobility), bringing the total order to 1,222 buses. For the Madhya Pradesh project, GreenCell Mobility has partnered with VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) to introduce electric buses in six cities across the state. In Andhra Pradesh, GreenCell will work with EKA Mobility for the supply and deployment of the 750 buses. GreenCell Mobility is backed by Eversource Capital and currently operates 900 electric buses across Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. With the new projects, the company will expand its footprint to Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. The company is also developing the required charging infrastructure for these deployments. Commenting on the development, Devndra Chawla, MD & CEO, GreenCell Mobility, said, 'GreenCell Mobility is honored to collaborate with the Governments of Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh to support the state's transition to sustainable public transport . These projects are a major milestone in our mission to transform mass mobility through zero-emission electric buses. Backed by strategic partnerships with leading OEMs and a robust financing model, we are committed to making clean, efficient public transportation accessible throughout India's growing cities—while delivering a safe, reliable, and superior guest experience.' Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO, VE Commercial Vehicles, said, 'We are delighted to take the next step with GreenCell Mobility by introducing Eicher electric buses in their operations under the PM E-Bus Seva Scheme. These buses are built on reliable technology and have already clocked 1.4 crore kms across India. It is a matter of pride for us that these buses will operate in the state of Madhya Pradesh which has been home to Eicher Trucks and Buses for over four decades. We thank the Government of Madhya Pradesh and GreenCell Mobility for partnering with us to introduce eco-friendly public transportation.' Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Founder & Chairman of EKA Mobility & Pinnacle Industries Limited, said, 'We are proud to partner with the Government of Andhra Pradesh and collaborate with GreenCell Mobility to deliver green, smart, and efficient transportation solutions for the people of the state. This partnership marks a significant step toward building smarter, more sustainable cities across India.' The PM E-Bus Sewa Scheme is part of the central government's plan to deploy 10,000 electric buses across the country. In FY 2024-25, Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) floated a tender for 4,588 electric buses under the scheme.
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Business Standard
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Standard
GreenCell Mobility gets govt's letter of award for 472 e-Buses in MP
Eversource Capital-backed electric mobility firm GreenCell Mobility on Wednesday said it has received the Letter of Award (LOA) for the supply and deployment of 472 e-buses in Madhya Pradesh under the PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme. The company said it has partnered with VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) to deploy electric buses across six cities in Madhya Pradesh. Additionally, the company said it has also joined hands with EKA Mobility for the supply and deployment of 750 e-buses across 11 cities in Andhra Pradesh. PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme is part of the Central Government's initiative to deploy 10,000 e-buses nationwide and support the Government of India's mission to electrify public transport. In FY 2024-25, CESL (Convergence Energy Services Ltd) introduced a tender for 4,588 electric buses under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme, according to GreenCell Mobility. The company already has some 900 e-buses operational in UP, Gujarat and Maharashtra. These new contracts will see GreenCell Mobility expand its electric bus operations across Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh, the company said. "These two projects are a major milestone in our mission to transform mass mobility through zero-emission electric buses. Backed by strategic partnerships with leading OEMs and a robust financing model, we are committed to making clean, efficient public transportation accessible throughout India's growing cities," said Devndra Chawla, MD & CEO, GreenCell Mobility. In addition, the company said it is also actively developing and deploying the necessary charging infrastructure to support these deployments. "We are taking the next step with GreenCell Mobility by introducing Eicher electric buses in their operations under the PM e-Bus Seva Scheme," said Vinod Aggarwal, MD and CEO at VE Commercial Vehicles.
India Today
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
GreenCell Mobility secures order for over 1,200 electric buses PM E-Bus Sewa scheme
In a boost to India's electric public transport push, GreenCell Mobility has secured a landmark order of over 1,200 electric buses under the PM E-Bus Sewa Scheme, aimed at transforming urban mobility with sustainable, zero-emission company has received a Letter of Award (LOA) for the supply and deployment of 472 Eicher electric buses across six cities in Madhya Pradesh, in partnership with VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV). Additionally, 750 cutting-edge electric buses will be deployed in 11 cities of Andhra Pradesh, in collaboration with Pinnacle Mobility Solutions (EKA Mobility).advertisementBacked by Eversource Capital, GreenCell Mobility is already operating 900 electric buses across Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra, and is now expanding its footprint further in Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh. 'This is a major milestone in our mission to transform mass mobility through zero-emission electric buses,' said Devndra Chawla, MD & CEO, GreenCell Mobility. 'We are proud to support the Governments of Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh in their journey toward clean public transport through strategic partnerships, robust financing, and reliable operations.'The buses deployed under this initiative will feature advanced capabilities including over 250km range per charge, fast-charging, AI-powered energy optimisation, and zero tailpipe emissions. They will be equipped with air conditioning, real-time tracking, CCTV surveillance, ergonomic seating, air suspension, and enhanced safety systems, ensuring a comfortable and secure Aggarwal, MD and CEO of VECV, stated, 'We are delighted to partner with GreenCell Mobility in bringing Eicher electric buses to Madhya Pradesh—a state that has been our home for decades. These reliable buses have already logged over 1.4 crore kilometers across India.'Sudhir Mehta, Founder and Chairman of EKA Mobility and Pinnacle Industries, added, 'This collaboration with GreenCell and the Andhra Pradesh government is a significant stride toward building smarter and more sustainable cities.'The PM E-Bus Sewa Scheme is an initiative of the Centre, aiming to roll out 10,000 electric buses across the country. As part of this, CESL (Convergence Energy Services Limited) floated a tender for 4,588 e-buses for FY25. GreenCell's latest contracts mark one of the largest allotments under the scheme so to Auto Today Magazine
