Shillong, Feb 27: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Friday flagged off new buses, including the electric ones.
The buses were inducted under the PM eBus Sewa Scheme at a programme held at the New Meghalaya Legislative Assembly. The launch marked the formal introduction of “Ka Bos Jong Ngi” under the Urban Affairs Department.
Out of 84 buses, 55 are electric ones.
During the launch, only 29 were displayed.
The newly inducted buses are equipped with air-conditioning, mobile charging points, real-time tracking systems, and e-ticketing facilities to ensure convenience, safety, and efficiency for passengers.
A pilot run commenced on the IIM Shillong–Upper Shillong route, with services scheduled to operate daily from 7 am to 9 pm. The initiative is expected to improve urban connectivity and provide citizens with a reliable, comfortable, and eco-friendly mode of transportation, said a statement from the CMO.
The programme also included the handing over of seven food carts to beneficiaries of the Van Dhan Vikas Kendra (VDVK). The chief minister handed over the food carts to the beneficiaries, supporting livelihood initiatives and grassroots entrepreneurship.
The launch marks an important milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to modernise public transport infrastructure, create livelihood opportunities, and promote sustainable urban development, the CMO added.
