Hyderabad (Telanagana) [India], October 8 (ANI): Electric vehicle manufecturer, Olectra has emerged as the lowest bidder for the supply of 327 electric buses to the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) in Himachal Pradesh, the company said in a release on Monday. HRTC had invited bids for 327 electric buses (297 buses of 9 metre and 30 buses of 12 metres) for outright purchase of the buses. This move was taken in order to increase the green mobility transportation in Himachal Pradesh.
Also Read | UK Shocker: 14-Year-Old Girl Allegedly in Bad Mood Due to 'Periods' Stabs 2 Teachers, Student With Father's Fishing Knife in Carmarthenshire. After completing the tendering process and upon technical evaluation, Olectra and Switch mobility were technically qualified, wherein Olectra emerged as the lowest bidder with their offered rates. HRTC is now expected to finalize the order shortly and award it to Olectra to ensure a speedy deployment and meets the urgent needs of citizens.
Also Read | Bhavish Aggarwal-Led Ola Electric Gets 15-Day Show Cause Notice by CCPA Over Surging Consumer Complaints. The planned Olectra buses are equipped with the latest innovations, offering superior performance, greater efficiency, and enhanced passenger comfort. Features like Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), Air Suspension, and Disc Brakes with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and excellent manoeuvrability to ensure a smooth and safe ride for passengers in the terrain of Himachal Prad.