SWITCH Mobility, the electric vehicle arm of the Hinduja Group, has flagged off the first batch of its SWITCH EiV12 low-floor electric city buses for the Department of Transport, Delhi. Part of a landmark 950-unit order awarded under the CESL tender, the rollout marks a major milestone in the capital’s transition to sustainable public transport.

Hon’ble Chief Minister Smt graced the event. Rekha Gupta, along with key dignitaries including Dr. Pankaj Singh, Transport Minister, Sh. Manoj Tiwari, MP (North East Delhi), and Ms. Niharika Rai, Commissioner, Department of Transport, among others.

Manufactured at SWITCH Mobility’s state-of-the-art facility, the EiV12 buses bring together global EV technology with Indian manufacturing excellence under the brand’s ‘Make in India for the World’ vision.

Designed for Delhi’s Urban Needs

The 12-meter ultra-low-floor EiV12 is tailored to the city’s demanding transit conditions, offering:

  • 39-passenger seating capacity with wheelchair accessibility.

  • Advanced safety features include CCTV cameras, panic buttons, GPS tracking, and a Fire Detection & Suppression System (FDSS).

  • Floor-mounted LFP batteries for enhanced stability and safety.

  • Dual-gun fast charging interface for efficient depot operations.

With an impressive range, the EiV12 ensures seamless daily schedules while maintaining global standards in durability, passenger comfort, and safety.

Smart Mobility with SWITCH iON

The buses are powered by SWITCH iON, the company’s proprietary telematics suite, enabling real-time vehicle health monitoring, Intelligent Transportation Management System (ITMS), and efficient fleet management.

Commenting on the rollout, R.G. Venkataraman, Chief Commercial Officer, SWITCH Mobility, said:

“We are delighted to commence delivery of our SWITCH EiV12 electric buses to Delhi, reinforcing the capital’s leadership position in sustainable urban transportation. Engineered with advanced global technology and manufactured with pride in India, these buses will enhance Delhi’s public transport ecosystem while contributing to cleaner air and a better quality of life.”

Driving Delhi’s EV Leadership

The deployment supports the Delhi Government’s vision of maintaining its position as the Indian city with the highest number of electric buses. It is expected to reduce CO₂ emissions, improve air quality, and provide safe, comfortable, and eco-friendly commutes to millions of daily passengers.

With the EiV12 rollout, SWITCH Mobility strengthens its role in shaping India’s electric mobility future while helping Delhi stay ahead in the country’s clean transport revolution.

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