Green Mobility Era: Jaipur Rollout of 29 New Electric Buses Across 3 Major Routes

Jaipur's urban commuting landscape has officially entered a sustainable, eco-friendly era! Jaipur City Transport Services Limited (JCTSL), under the central government's PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme, has deployed a newly procured fleet of 29 nine-metre electric buses.

On Saturday, June 20, 2026, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma formally flagged off the new fleet from Amar Jawan Jyoti. The CM even purchased a ticket to take an inaugural ride on one of the buses to inspect passenger amenities firsthand. Operating out of the newly upgraded Bagrana Depot, these air-conditioned e-buses are currently serving three busy urban transit corridors.

1. The 3 New Electric Bus Routes

The initial batch of 29 electric buses expands AC bus availability to 6 of JCTSL’s 27 operational routes. Here are the three newly launched e-bus corridors:

These routes connect high-density residential sectors, busy commercial hubs, educational zones, and major entry corridors across Pink City.

2. Fare Structure & Passenger Concessions

JCTSL Managing Director Narayan Singh confirmed that the fare structure for these zero-emission e-buses is kept at par with standard AC bus services:

Fare Range: ₹15 to ₹70 depending on travel distance.
Women's Concession: Women passengers enjoy a 30% discount/concession on ticket fares.
(Note: Student concessions are available on non-AC routes but do not apply to AC/e-bus services).

3. High-Tech Passenger Features & Security

These 9-metre state-of-the-art e-buses are equipped with modern tech amenities prioritizing safety, accessibility, and comfort:

CCTV Surveillance & Panic Buttons: Installed for passenger safety, with special emphasis on women, students, and senior citizens.
GPS Live Tracking: Enables real-time location monitoring and route adherence.
Accessibility Features: Low-floor design, automatic sliding doors, and ramps for differently-abled commuters.
Fully Air-Conditioned: Provides cool, noise-free, and dust-free urban travel.

4. Background & Multi-Phase Rollout Plan

This commercial launch follows extensive preliminary testing. Back in February, JCTSL initiated a 3-day technical trial run using 150 buses across key routes (starting from Agrawal Farm, Mansarovar) to test battery longevity, charging speed, passenger adaptation, and driver performance.

The Larger EV Roadmap for Rajasthan:

Statewide Sanction: Under the PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme (launched in August 2023), Rajasthan has been sanctioned a total of 1,150 electric buses.
Phase 1 Target: The state aims to deploy 675 e-buses across 8 key cities—Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Bikaner, Bhilwara, Alwar, and Ajmer.
Tourism & Transport Expansion: The state government also plans to introduce 555 additional urban e-buses and 50 double-decker electric buses specifically aimed at boosting tourism.

The deployment of 29 new electric buses on Routes E-1A, E-3, and E-4A marks a significant milestone in modernizing Jaipur's public transport system. By replacing aging diesel vehicles with silent, zero-emission e-buses, Jaipur is actively cutting carbon emissions while providing commuters with an affordable, safe, and comfortable ride.