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Detailed explanation-1: -The West Bengal government has negotiated with the World Bank to avail subsidy to buy 130 electric buses for plying in Kolkata, Asansol and Durgapur, state Transport Minister Suvendu Adhikari told the Assembly.

Detailed explanation-2: -Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari launches Ashok Leyland Electric Double Decker Bus in Mumbai. Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari launched Ashok Leyland Electric Double Decker Bus named Switch EiV 22 in Mumbai today, August 18, 2022.

Detailed explanation-3: -As per reports, Out of the total 1, 200 e-buses, 400 will be functional by January 2023. This initiative is being taken by the state government to tackle the problem of air pollution in the city.

Detailed explanation-4: -The average cost of an electric bus with infrastructure is Rs 1.2 crore.

Detailed explanation-5: -It is available in India with a and null horsepower. It is priced at Rs. 2.00 Cr. You can browse all the Electric Buses options from here and research more about features and technical specifications, mileage, latest prices, genuine user reviews, colours, service & maintenance cost, exclusive images & videos.