The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has announced an ambitious plan to transform urban bus travel by operating 2,800 electric buses within the Outer Ring Road (ORR) of Hyderabad by the year 2027, officials said.
The initiative marks one of the largest commitments to electrified public transport by a state-run bus service in India. Under the new plan, the corporation will convert existing diesel buses into electric vehicles through retrofitting projects, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and cutting harmful emissions in the city’s core areas.
TGSRTC Vice Chairman and Managing Director Y. Nagi Reddy said the move aligns with Telangana’s broader strategy to curb urban air pollution and support sustainable mobility. The project includes inviting tenders late last year and finalizing contracts to begin converting ageing diesel units into electric buses that will serve routes across Hyderabad within ORR limits.
Currently, the corporation has about 325 electric buses operating from six depots, with plans to add another 175 vehicles in the current fiscal year. Officials said the transition to a larger electric fleet is expected to encourage more commuters to shift away from private vehicles, while improving air quality and public health in the city.
To support the rollout, TGSRTC is also expanding infrastructure — including charging stations and new depot facilities — which are part of a Rs. 392 crore investment to ensure seamless operations for the growing electric fleet. Some charging facilities are being built at existing depots, while additional depots are being planned for future needs.
Transport analysts say Hyderabad’s electric bus initiative builds on earlier efforts, including central government approvals for electric vehicles under national programs and state-level incentives to boost EV adoption. If successful, the project could serve as a model for other Indian cities aiming to transition toward cleaner public transport systems.
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