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West Bengal to Boost CNG and Electric Bus Fleet to Fight Pollution, Says Transport Minister
✍️ ET Infra
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 06:46 AM
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West Bengal's transport minister announced a plan to enlarge the state's CNG and electric bus fleet as a measure to curb air pollution.
Kolkata, Oct 15 (ET Infra) – The transport minister of West Bengal disclosed a new initiative aimed at expanding the state's compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric bus fleet to address rising air‑quality concerns. The policy seeks to replace a larger share of diesel‑run public transport with cleaner alternatives across urban corridors.
The government plans to increase the number of CNG‑powered buses and introduce additional electric buses on key routes, particularly in densely populated areas. While exact deployment figures were not disclosed, officials indicated that the expansion will focus on high‑traffic corridors to maximise emission reductions.
The move dovetails with national clean‑air programmes and reflects the state's commitment to sustainable mobility. Funding mechanisms and a detailed rollout timetable are expected to be outlined in forthcoming departmental briefings.
The government plans to increase the number of CNG‑powered buses and introduce additional electric buses on key routes, particularly in densely populated areas. While exact deployment figures were not disclosed, officials indicated that the expansion will focus on high‑traffic corridors to maximise emission reductions.
The move dovetails with national clean‑air programmes and reflects the state's commitment to sustainable mobility. Funding mechanisms and a detailed rollout timetable are expected to be outlined in forthcoming departmental briefings.