EKA Mobility Delivers Three Electric Buses to AIIMS New Delhi

Key Highlights:

• EKA Mobility delivers 3 electric buses to AIIMS, New Delhi.

• Project funded by Power Grid Corporation under CSR.

• 9-meter buses with 23+1 seating and wheelchair access.

• Procured through the GeM portal via reverse auction.

• Designed for safe, sustainable, and inclusive mobility.

EKA Mobility has supplied three 9-meter electric buses to the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. This project has been funded by Power Grid Corporation of India under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative and was procured through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal.

Project Details

The order was secured through a reverse auction process on the GeM portal, following a tender issued by AIIMS. These electric buses are specially designed to serve patients, staff, and visitors of AIIMS by providing clean and sustainable last-mile mobility solutions.

Bus Features

The buses come with a 23+1 seating configuration equipped with comfortable pushback seats. They also include wheelchair accessibility and hydraulic lifts, ensuring easy mobility for differently-abled passengers. With these features, AIIMS can now provide a safe, accessible, and eco-friendly transportation option within its premises.

Flag-off Ceremony

The initiative was ceremonially flagged off by Shri R.K. Tyagi, Chairman & Managing Director of Power Grid, and Dr. M. Srinivas, Director of AIIMS. Senior officials from Power Grid Corporation were also present, including Shri Yatindra Dwivedi (Director, Personnel), Shri Vikram Singh Bhal (Executive Director, CMG), and Shri Jasbir Singh (Executive Director, CSR).

EKA Mobility’s Statement

Rohit Srivastava, Business Head & Chief Growth Officer at EKA Mobility, expressed pride in the partnership, stating: "We are proud to partner with AIIMS and Power Grid Corporation of India to deliver these advanced buses that combine comfort, safety, and accessibility. This initiative reflects our shared commitment to sustainable and inclusive mobility for all."

About EKA Mobility

EKA Mobility is an automotive and technology company focused on developing electric commercial vehicles. It has equity partners Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Japan) and VDL Groep (Netherlands). The company’s mission is to democratize electric vehicles through cost-effective production methods and shareable technologies, ensuring wider adoption of EVs in India and beyond.

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CMV360 Says

The delivery of electric buses to AIIMS by EKA Mobility marks a significant step towards sustainable and inclusive transport in India. With support from Power Grid’s CSR initiative, these buses will not only reduce pollution but also provide a comfortable and dignified travel experience, especially for differently-abled individuals visiting the institute.