In the challenging terrain of Ladakh, where harsh climatic conditions prevail, a remarkable transformation is underway. Managed by PMI Electro Mobility Solutions and deployed in Leh and Kargil, these electric buses have covered an astounding 10.50 lakh kilometers, making a profound impact on both the environment and the local communities. The officials said the e-Buses have been operational for over a year now, covering various local routes in both Leh and Kargil districts and accumulating an impressive distance of over 10,50,000 kilometres. Serving an average of 1,500 passengers daily, these eBuses contribute positively to Ladakh’s delicate ecosystem with zero tailpipe emissions, no engine noise, and no vibrations, significantly reducing carbon footprint and noise levels, they said.
They said these eBuses have effectively curbed carbon dioxide emissions by an estimated 25,20,000 kilograms and its further impact is expected to persist over the next decade and a half, aligning with their end-of-life period. Emphasizing the global impact of climate change, CEO of PMI Electro Mobility Solutions Aanchal Jain said climate change is affecting everyone around the world and most countries are taking necessary steps to reduce their carbon footprint. “As India aims to reach its ‘Net Zero’ goals, ecologically sensitive geographies like Ladakh stand as examples of taking appropriate measures to safeguard nature and help it regain its pristine beauty. “We are happy to contribute to this journey for Ladakh through our electric buses which stand as a testament to our commitment to supporting the larger goal,” Jain said. At a G20 meeting held earlier this year in Ladakh, electric cars and PMI Electro’s eBuses replaced internal combustion engines for delegate transportation. They said Ladakh, which secured the sixth position in the Sustainable Development Goals ranking by the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation (MoSPI), serves as a testament to its commitment to responsible environmental measures.
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1.The Journey of Ladakh's Electric Buses: Overcoming Harsh Climatic Conditions: Highlight the resilience of electric buses in extreme weather conditions.
2. Reducing Carbon Footprint: Quantify the reduction in carbon dioxide emissions—approximately 25.20 lakh kilograms.
3. Ladakh's Smart City Initiative: Passenger Safety Measures: Detail the safety measures implemented in electric buses.
4. Smart City Development in Leh and Kargil: Highlight the broader smart city initiatives in Leh and Kargil.
5. The Role of PMI Electro Mobility Solutions: Introduction to PMI Electro Mobility Solutions: Provide an overview of the organisation.
6. E-Buses as Catalysts for Change: Discuss the impact of PMI Electro Mobility Solutions in driving sustainable transportation.
7. Community Engagement and Response: Local Community Impact: Discuss any positive socio-economic changes observed.
8. Community Awareness Programs: Explore initiatives aimed at raising awareness about electric buses.
9. Future Plans and Innovations: Expanding the Fleet: Discuss plans for expanding the electric bus fleet in Ladakh. Highlight any new routes or destinations.
The eBuses have had a transformative impact on public transport in the region and the administration is looking forward to increasing the fleet in the future, Deputy Director, District Motor Garages, Leh, Zulfiqar Ali said.
Expressing satisfaction over the functioning of the e-buses, he said given Ladakh’s extreme temperatures, PMI Electro’s eBuses feature a state-of-the-art heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning system to maintain a stable internal temperature, taking care of passenger comfort. It automatically tracks schedules, monitors the state of charge (eliminating range anxiety), assesses vehicle range, and manages allocated routes. Regenerative braking solutions integrated into these eBuses during downhill movement enhance the efficiency by recovering and recharging onboard batteries, the officials said. PTI TAS SKL NSD NSD.