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Context: The Union Cabinet approved a scheme to add 10,000 e-buses to city bus services across the country, and to shore up urban infrastructure under green mobility initiatives with a focus on cities having no organised bus services.
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Highlights of the scheme
Overall, the PM e-bus Sewa scheme reflects the Indian government's commitment to green mobility, urban infrastructure development, and reducing the environmental impact of public transportation.
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. What is the objective of the recently approved PM e-bus Sewa scheme by the Union Cabinet? How does an e-bus differ from traditional buses in terms of propulsion? Could you elaborate on the financial aspects of the scheme, including its estimated cost and the contribution of the Centre? How will the scheme be implemented across different cities in terms of infrastructure development and deployment of e-buses? |
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