The Indian Army has signed a contract worth ₹ 130.58 crore with JBM Auto Ltd to procure 113 electric buses and 43 fast chargers. The agreement, signed on October 17, 2025, marks the Army’s first major induction of electric buses.

This initiative supports the government’s PM E-Drive programme, which promotes clean and sustainable mobility.

According to officials, the move will help modernise the Army’s transport fleet, cut reliance on fossil fuels, and contribute to India’s goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions.

The procurement is classified as Buy (Indian–IDDM) — Indigenously Designed, Developed, and Manufactured — highlighting the Army’s focus on promoting local defence production and advancing the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision.

The electric buses will be deployed across the three

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