<p>Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government is set to roll out a fleet of electric buses, including several double-decker ones, for enhanced commuting experience while reducing pollution.</p><p>The double decker buses, which will be able to accommodate 65 passengers at a time, will start operating in capital city Lucknow during the upcoming Navratri festival.</p><p>In an interview with <em>PTI</em>, Daya Shankar Singh, the state's transport minister, said, "We will launch double-decker buses in Lucknow during Navratri. We have already completed the process for tendering around 100 buses, including double-decker buses that can accommodate 65 passengers.After the initial fleet of 100 buses, we would launch as many more buses." The double-decker buses will initially operate in Lucknow from Navratri (first week of October), and the facility will subsequently be expanded to other major districts of the state, the minister said.</p>.<p>Regarding fare pricing, Singh said discussions are on to make the tickets affordable.</p><p>He said intercity electric buses are also in the pipeline and are expected to be utilised during the Kumbh Mela next year.</p><p>"We aim to complete all these operations before December, ensuring that electric buses, including the double-decker models are ready before the Kumbh," he added.</p>.2 school students booked for posting AI generated obscene image of teacher in Uttar Pradesh.<p>Kumbh Mela will start on January 12 next year.</p><p>When asked about the sourcing of these buses, Singh said: "We have issued tenders and will procure from where we receive the best offers." The concept of double-decker buses in Lucknow emerged from the need to facilitate sightseeing for visitors.</p><p>"Tourists can purchase a single ticket to explore various attractions in the city, such as the Bhool Bhulaiya, Residency, and Zoo, while enjoying the view from the upper deck," he said.</p><p>A key takeaway of these electric buses would be their ability to cut pollution.</p><p>"The primary feature of electric buses is that they will help curb pollution, ensuring a cleaner environment," he said.</p>.<p>He also said efforts were on to ensure a robust charging network.</p><p>"The government has identified around 2,000 locations, including petrol pumps, bus stands, and depots, where charging facilities will be established," he said.</p><p>A UP State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) official said electric buses offer numerous advantages over traditional diesel-operated buses, by way of reduced emissions, lower operational costs and a quieter, more comfortable ride for passengers.</p><p>The state public transporter currently has a fleet of around 11,500 buses and operates over 123.35 crore km catering to the travel needs of over 43.29 crore people, fetching over Rs 4,473.70 crore annually, the official said. </p>
<p>Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh government is set to roll out a fleet of electric buses, including several double-decker ones, for enhanced commuting experience while reducing pollution.</p><p>The double decker buses, which will be able to accommodate 65 passengers at a time, will start operating in capital city Lucknow during the upcoming Navratri festival.</p><p>In an interview with <em>PTI</em>, Daya Shankar Singh, the state's transport minister, said, "We will launch double-decker buses in Lucknow during Navratri. We have already completed the process for tendering around 100 buses, including double-decker buses that can accommodate 65 passengers.After the initial fleet of 100 buses, we would launch as many more buses." The double-decker buses will initially operate in Lucknow from Navratri (first week of October), and the facility will subsequently be expanded to other major districts of the state, the minister said.</p>.<p>Regarding fare pricing, Singh said discussions are on to make the tickets affordable.</p><p>He said intercity electric buses are also in the pipeline and are expected to be utilised during the Kumbh Mela next year.</p><p>"We aim to complete all these operations before December, ensuring that electric buses, including the double-decker models are ready before the Kumbh," he added.</p>.2 school students booked for posting AI generated obscene image of teacher in Uttar Pradesh.<p>Kumbh Mela will start on January 12 next year.</p><p>When asked about the sourcing of these buses, Singh said: "We have issued tenders and will procure from where we receive the best offers." The concept of double-decker buses in Lucknow emerged from the need to facilitate sightseeing for visitors.</p><p>"Tourists can purchase a single ticket to explore various attractions in the city, such as the Bhool Bhulaiya, Residency, and Zoo, while enjoying the view from the upper deck," he said.</p><p>A key takeaway of these electric buses would be their ability to cut pollution.</p><p>"The primary feature of electric buses is that they will help curb pollution, ensuring a cleaner environment," he said.</p>.<p>He also said efforts were on to ensure a robust charging network.</p><p>"The government has identified around 2,000 locations, including petrol pumps, bus stands, and depots, where charging facilities will be established," he said.</p><p>A UP State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) official said electric buses offer numerous advantages over traditional diesel-operated buses, by way of reduced emissions, lower operational costs and a quieter, more comfortable ride for passengers.</p><p>The state public transporter currently has a fleet of around 11,500 buses and operates over 123.35 crore km catering to the travel needs of over 43.29 crore people, fetching over Rs 4,473.70 crore annually, the official said. </p>