Hyderabad : Six electric double-decker buses are ready to be operated on important tourism routes in the Hyderabad city, Tank Bund, Old City and Financial District. These buses which will operate on significant tourism routes, including Tank Bund, Old City, and the Financial District, were purchased by the HMDA at a cost of Rs. 12.96 crore.
The buses will be introduced soon on routes covering key city landmarks like Tank Bund, Birla Mandir, Assembly, Salar Jung Museum, Charminar, Mecca Masjid, Golconda, Taramati Baradari, Gandipet Park, Durgam Cheruvu, Cable Bridge, IT Corridor and Financial District. Initially, passengers will be able to enjoy free rides on these nostalgic vehicles, with later fares priced at Rs 50 per person. The authorities are planning to expand the routes depending on the response.
The HMDA plans to extend its electric double-decker bus fleet up to 30 buses. With a seating capacity of 65 passengers, plus the driver, these buses are fully electric and can travel 150 kilometers on a single charge. This move to eco-friendly and historic transport is a step towards a greener and more sustainable future.
