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Country’s first electric bus inaugurated in Thimphu, services to begin soon

July 19, 2023
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In a move towards promoting sustainable transportation in the country, Thimphu Thromde’s City Bus Service inaugurated the first-ever electric bus today. The electric bus holds the potential for reducing carbon emissions and fuel imports. The project is funded by the Austrian government and implemented through a partnership between the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation, the Prime Minister’s Office and the Thimphu Thromde.  

Equipped with an automatic wheelchair ramp, air conditioning, and CCTV systems among others, the new electric bus worth Nu 14.85 M ensures passenger comfort, safety, and convenience.

“These are the specs a city bus should have. So, we have plastic chairs, designated seats and stop bells. We also have phone charging ports and a camera for surveillance on the bus. We have an automatic wheelchair ramp for persons with disabilities,” said Passang Tshering, director of City Bus Service.

With a capacity to carry 45 passengers including 27 seating and 18 standing, the electric bus has the potential to replace up to 49 vehicles on the road.

“One city bus is ferrying about 40-50 people, which means that 49 vehicles on the road can be eliminated. Additionally, it reduces fuel imports and emissions while alleviating traffic congestion,” added Passang Tshering.

The bus has a mileage of about 230 kilometres and is capable of covering up to 160 kilometres on a single charge.

To support its operation, three charging stations will be available at Ngabiphu terminal, Dangrina terminal, and the City Bus Office.

Following an evaluation and staff training, the electric bus is expected to start serving passengers along the capital city’s highway in about a week.

The commencement of the electric bus project dates back over three years ago when the erstwhile Gross National Happiness Commission and United Nations Industrial Development Organisation signed a contract in 2021.

Tashi Dekar

Edited by Sonam Pem

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