CHENNAI: Public transportation in Chennai is set to undergo a significant upgrade, as the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) has decided to procure 1,270 new low-floor buses. This includes 500 AC electric buses, 250 non-AC electric buses, and 300 AC small buses (7-metre length). In addition, the corporation will also purchase 70 low-floor AC buses and 150 micro buses (5-metre length) to provide first and last-mile connectivity for commuters of Chennai metro. Meanwhile, Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin flagged off 100 low-floor electric buses from the Tondiarpet depot -I. Additionally, seven depots will be upgraded and six new will be developed at an estimated cost of Rs 289.69 crore.

Source: Indian Express March 03, 2026 15:05 UTC