BEST to rollout 8 new AC double decker buses soon, to take total on road to 12
1 year, 7 months ago

BEST to rollout 8 new AC double decker buses soon, to take total on road to 12

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Soon there will be 12 air-conditioned double decker buses running on Mumbai roads giving a boost to the city’s sustainable public transport system. The Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport has received eight new AC double decker buses over the last seven to 10 days, the recent one being on May 29. On Monday, two more AC double decker buses were inducted into BEST’s fleet, taking the total strength of the fleet to eight. The 12 AC double decker buses are expected to run 70 trips every day on CSMT-Backbay and CSMT-Museum routes, as well as a round route to and from Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Chowk.

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Mumbai transport: BEST to add 1,300 e-buses to its fleet
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Mumbai transport: BEST to add 1,300 e-buses to its fleet

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: The Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport Undertaking received a boost on Monday, as in the first day of the winter session of the state legislature in Nagpur, chief minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that 1,300 electric buses will be added to its fleet soon. Meanwhile, before Fadnavis’s announcement, BEST had placed orders for 2,300 buses, which include 2100 AC single-decker …

Double-decker buses making a comeback in India
1 year, 2 months ago

Double-decker buses making a comeback in India

Hindustan Times  

Once upon a time, double-decker buses were a majestic presence on the roads of India’s megacities, serving as a key driving force behind mass transit systems and the cultural identity of these metropolises. However, continuing its love affair with these buses, Mumbai has placed an order for 900 electric double-decker buses, which will join the city’s transport fleet in the …

Mumbai’s iconic double-decker buses retire after eight decades of service
1 year, 3 months ago

Mumbai’s iconic double-decker buses retire after eight decades of service

The Hindu  

“Chala sagle jana juna style wala ticket ghya. After 86 years of serving various routes across Mumbai, these non-air-conditioned double-decker buses bid adieu to daily commuters and tourists on Friday night as the BEST authorities decided to phase out the buses as part of ‘modernisation’ and operational cost. Last stop aahe Andheri depot..” Officials of the BEST said that Mumbai …

Why Mumbai is saying goodbye to its famous double-decker buses
1 year, 3 months ago

Why Mumbai is saying goodbye to its famous double-decker buses

Firstpost  

The iconic red diesel-run double-decker buses will have their last run on Mumbai’s roads on 15 September. BEST stopped inducting new double-decker buses after 2008, as per news agency PTI. BEST is known for its double-decker buses, however, with an increase in fuel price, running the diesel-run buses has been a costly business,” BEST general manager Lokesh Chandra told Indian …

BEST GM hears out commuters’ plaints on new routes, conductor-less buses, wet-lease buses
1 year, 4 months ago

BEST GM hears out commuters’ plaints on new routes, conductor-less buses, wet-lease buses

Hindustan Times  

IT professional Nazim Ansari has been seeking a two-km extension to the route of Bus Number 494 since 2018 to save on travel expenses. Mumbai - 21st may 2013 - 81 best bus at Flora fountain, Photo by Prodip Guha These grievances and others were discussed in a meeting between passengers, passenger association Aapli BEST Aaplyachsathi and BEST’s general manager …

BEST meeting with Switch Mobility today to review delivery of electric buses
1 year, 5 months ago

BEST meeting with Switch Mobility today to review delivery of electric buses

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Senior officials of Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport will meet with Switch Mobility officials on Tuesday to review the supply of electric buses to Mumbai. BEST general manager Vjay Singhal said the notice to the private firm should have been issued much earlier The meeting comes a day after BEST issued show cause notice to another company contracted to …

Non-AC double-decker buses to be phased out by October
1 year, 6 months ago

Non-AC double-decker buses to be phased out by October

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Take a ride on the BEST’s iconic non-air-conditioned double-decker buses before they vanish from the city roads. Non-AC double-decker buses to be phased out by October By the end of September, only one non-AC double-decker bus shall remain in the fleet and that too is expected to be decommissioned in October. These non-AC double-decker buses will be taken out …

After many delays, new AC electric DD buses to hit the road
1 year, 7 months ago

After many delays, new AC electric DD buses to hit the road

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: After much delay, Mumbai has finally got four new air-conditioned electric double-decker buses in its fleet, which will hit the roads once final approvals come in from the RTO next week. On May 21, BEST also became the first city transport utility in India to carry G20 delegates, who are here for the environmental group meeting. According to BEST, …

BEST adds 40 Premium buses to its fleet, takes total to 100
1 year, 7 months ago

BEST adds 40 Premium buses to its fleet, takes total to 100

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: In an effort towards making commuting comfortable for Mumbaikars, the Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport has added 40 Premium buses to its fleet on Thursday. BEST adds 40 Premium buses to its fleet, takes total to 100 These buses will also run on the Kharghar-Bandra Kurla Complex route. As of now, BEST Premium buses ply on 11 different routes …

Most BEST double-decker buses to be phased out by year end
1 year, 8 months ago

Most BEST double-decker buses to be phased out by year end

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: At least 40 of the 45 BEST double-decker buses in the city are slated to be phased out by the end of the year, signalling the beginning of the end of an era. Confirming the phasing out, Lokesh Chandra, general manager, BEST, said, “The majority of the existing non-AC double-decker buses will be taken out of service for safety …

Delhi government proposes three double decker flyovers in budget. Check routes
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi government proposes three double decker flyovers in budget. Check routes

Hindustan Times  

Delhi finance minister Kailash Gahlot presented ₹78,800 cr budget estimates for 2023-24 on Wednesday. Among various schemes announced, the Aap government has proposed ₹320 cr for construction of three double-decker flyovers. Delhi budget 2023 LIVE updates here Delhi government in its budget 2023-24 proposed construction of three double decker flyovers. The budget document tabled in the state legislative assembly said, …

India’s first double-decker electric bus receives grand welcome in Mumbai
1 year, 10 months ago

India’s first double-decker electric bus receives grand welcome in Mumbai

Live Mint  

Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport's first air-conditioned electric double-decker bus has received an overwhelming response from the public after being launched for the public on February 21. India's first double-decker e-bus started its operation on route number 115 between CSMT and Nariman Point in South Mumbai at 8:45 am on Tuesday. Speaking to news agency PTI, a former BEST panel …

On first day, AC electric double decker bus leaves commuters sweating in hot afternoon
1 year, 10 months ago

On first day, AC electric double decker bus leaves commuters sweating in hot afternoon

Hindustan Times  

The country’s first air-conditioned electric double decker bus on its maiden journey from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus to NCPA on Tuesday failed to meet commuters’ expectations. Mumbai, India - February 21, 2023: Commuters board the India's first-ever electric AC double decker bus operating from CSMT to NCPA via Churchgate, in Mumbai, India, on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. “When the last …

Mumbaikars gear up to ride on India's first double-decker AC electric bus
1 year, 10 months ago

Mumbaikars gear up to ride on India's first double-decker AC electric bus

India Today  

The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply & Transport, also known as 'BEST', inducted India’s first air-conditioned double decker bus into its fleet on Monday. By the end of March, Mumbai is likely to have 20 air-conditioned electric double-decker buses plying on city roads. With an attempt to make public transport in Mumbai at par with global standards, these electric double-decker AC buses …

India’s first AC double decker electric bus inducted in Mumbai
1 year, 10 months ago

India’s first AC double decker electric bus inducted in Mumbai

Live Mint  

India's first air-conditioned double-decker electric bus was inducted into the fleet of Mumbai's BEST transport body on Monday. Besides, Mumbai's BEST transport body is scheduled to receive 4-5 more double-decker air-conditioned e-buses in the next 8-10 days and a total of 20 such buses before March-end, the official said. Key features of Mumbai's AC double-decker electric bus: The new e-bus …

Mumbai: BEST to Operate with Additional Buses on Sundays and Holidays During Diwali
2 years, 2 months ago

Mumbai: BEST to Operate with Additional Buses on Sundays and Holidays During Diwali

News 18  

The Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport is going to make Diwali shopping easier. According to Times of India, the BEST spokesperson Manoj Varade mentioned that usually there are lesser bus fleets on holidays and Sundays. “We will be operating 326 additional buses – which will be 10 percent more than our regular fleet during holidays,” he said. BEST spokesperson, Varade …

Mumbai civic transport body to run 25 extra buses to cater to Diwali rush
2 years, 2 months ago

Mumbai civic transport body to run 25 extra buses to cater to Diwali rush

India Today  

To cater to the Diwali rush, BrihanMumbai Electric Supply and Transport, has decided to run 25 extra buses from October 22 till October 26. Therefore, for the convenience of people out for Diwali shopping on Sundays or holidays, BEST will run 25 extra buses, making it easier for them to travel. BEST TO RUN EXTRA BUSES In view of the …

Mumbai Gets First Electric Double Decker AC Bus; Unveiled by Nitin Gadkari
2 years, 4 months ago

Mumbai Gets First Electric Double Decker AC Bus; Unveiled by Nitin Gadkari

News 18  

Switch Mobility has unveiled the electric double decker air-conditioned bus, the Switch EiV 22, for public transportation in Mumbai. Being designed, developed and manufactured in India, it brings back the memories of the iconic double decker buses which used to be a part of Mumbai’s local transportation several years back. As claimed by the company, Switch EiV 22 is the …

Electric Double-decker Bus Spotted in Mumbai Ahead of Launch
2 years, 4 months ago

Electric Double-decker Bus Spotted in Mumbai Ahead of Launch

News 18  

Two new electric buses, including the first air-conditioned double-decker bus in the country, will join the fleet of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport undertaking here on Thursday, officials said on Wednesday. A single-decker electric bus for app-based premium bus service and a double-decker air-conditioned bus will be launched at a function to be held at NCPA in south Mumbai. …

India's first electric double-decker bus launched by Gadkari in Mumbai | Deets
2 years, 4 months ago

India's first electric double-decker bus launched by Gadkari in Mumbai | Deets

India TV News  

Highlights Nitin Gadkari inaugurated India's first AC double-decker electric bus in Mumbai These 65-seater buses will replace the existing double-decker fleet Bus has red below the lower deck windows on all sides, but most of the upper deck is painted black Mumbai: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari inaugurated India's first AC double-decker electric bus in Mumbai …

BEST services increase Ho-Ho buses for tourists to make 'Mumbai Darshan' more fun
2 years, 5 months ago

BEST services increase Ho-Ho buses for tourists to make 'Mumbai Darshan' more fun

India TV News  

Highlights BEST on Sunday announced that it will be increasing the hop-on-hop-off buses in Mumbai. Mumbai BEST buses: The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport on Sunday announced that it will be increasing the hop-on-hop-off buses for tourists in order to make 'Mumbai Darshan' more fun and give a boost to tourist footfall in the city. It'll make 'Mumbai Darshan' more …

Mumbai: First electric double-decker bus likely to be in public service from September
2 years, 5 months ago

Mumbai: First electric double-decker bus likely to be in public service from September

Firstpost  

The civic-run BEST has awarded a contract to a private company for the supply of 900 electric buses in phases, with 50 percent of these to be delivered by March 2023 Mumbai: Mumbai’s first electric double-decker bus is expected to be made available to the general public from September, Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking officials said on Thursday. The …

Delhi Gets 80 More AC CNG Low-Floor Cluster Buses on These Routes
2 years, 8 months ago

Delhi Gets 80 More AC CNG Low-Floor Cluster Buses on These Routes

News 18  

With the induction of 80 low-floor air-conditioned CNG buses under the Delhi government’s cluster scheme, the number of public buses in the national capital has risen to 7031, the highest number ever for the city so far. On Wednesday, Delhi transport minister Kailash Gahlot and Chief Secretary Vijay Kumar Dev flagged off these freshly inducted buses at a ceremony held …

Mumbai: BEST plans 25 news routes to boost connectivity to Metro stations
2 years, 10 months ago

Mumbai: BEST plans 25 news routes to boost connectivity to Metro stations

Live Mint  

To provide last-mile connectivity to Metro commuters, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport has said it'll introduce 25 new bus services in Dahisar and DN Nagar Metro 2-A line area this year. To reduce traffic congestion on roads and provide easier access to people taking Metro services, BEST also plans to relocate some bus stands and stops between Dahisar and …

Iconic Double Decker Bus Goes Electric, Mumbai to Get 900 Buses from BEST
2 years, 11 months ago

Iconic Double Decker Bus Goes Electric, Mumbai to Get 900 Buses from BEST

News 18  

There are plenty of iconic monuments, structures and even vehicles that set Mumbai apart from any other city in the country, and indeed, the world. Thackeray in one of his tweets also said, “As we increase our BEST fleet, ultimately to 10,000 electric/clean alternate fuel buses, our aim is to have maximum double-decker buses, as this increases our capacity." He …

Mumbai: Unlimited BEST bus rides on monthly pass from today
3 years ago

Mumbai: Unlimited BEST bus rides on monthly pass from today

India Today  

The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport has introduced monthly passes for unlimited rides for the people living in Mumbai. The BEST has introduced monthly passes, special student passes and a unique colour coding for indicating occupancy on buses on its mobile app named Chalo. While the monthly pass for the unlimited rides can be availed on the app or smartcard …

Double-decker buses to drive in old-world charm on Hyderabad roads
3 years, 11 months ago

Double-decker buses to drive in old-world charm on Hyderabad roads

India TV News  

Their mere sight on the Hyderabad roads years ago used to pique the curiosity of city people, especially youngsters. While the city has seen tremendous transformation over the last 2-3 decades, phasing out traditional modes of transport like cycle-rickshaws, double-decker buses are definitely among the modes of transport the city people want to see back on roads. The Transport Minister …

Hyderabad might get its beloved double-decker buses back soon
4 years, 2 months ago

Hyderabad might get its beloved double-decker buses back soon

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Hyderabad may soon see double-decker buses running on city roads again. Rama Rao set the ball rolling with his post on Twitter on Saturday, reminiscing of travelling in the iconic double-decker bus to school. It all started off with a post from Twitter user Shaker Hussain, who had tagged Rama Rao and Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao on an …

Iconic double-decker buses set to return to West Bengal roads
4 years, 10 months ago

Iconic double-decker buses set to return to West Bengal roads

India TV News  

The iconic double-decker buses are set to make a comeback to the streets in West Bengal as the state transport department has decided to reintroduce the buses on city roads. "We have to develop them as there is no standard design, we have developed our own design," Nigam said when asked whether double-decker buses will be introduced for public transportation …

Mumbai's BEST gets 10 more eBuses for commuters
5 years, 4 months ago

Mumbai's BEST gets 10 more eBuses for commuters

India TV News  

The BEST - Mumbai's public bus services - on Monday further reduced its carbon footprints by inducting 10 swank electric buses for the city commuters, a top official said. Shiv Sena President Uddhav Thackeray and Mumbai Mayor Vishwanath Mahadeshwar received the keys of the 10 electric buses from Swaroop at a function here this afternoon. On an average, running the …

Mumbai’s BEST bus fares likely to get cheaper from July 8
5 years, 6 months ago

Mumbai’s BEST bus fares likely to get cheaper from July 8

Hindustan Times  

The proposed Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport bus fares are likely to be implemented by Monday. With the proposed fares below the prescribed limit in the state’s government resolution on public transport, the government will have to amend the GR, which will take two-three days. However, an MMRTA member said as the BEST’s proposal is much below the fare bands …

Mumbai's BEST to reduce bus fares to boost ridership; minimum fares for non-AC rides reduced to Rs 5
5 years, 6 months ago

Mumbai's BEST to reduce bus fares to boost ridership; minimum fares for non-AC rides reduced to Rs 5

Firstpost  

BEST, with a fleet of 3,337 buses, including 120 double-deckers, has so far failed to recover even its cost of operation, and its ridership over the years has fallen. Mumbai: The civic-run Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking Tuesday decided to reduce bus fares in the metropolis to boost ridership and income. As per the decision taken at the Undertaking’s …

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