On the occasion of India’s 76th Republic Day, JBM Ecolife electric buses were simultaneously flagged off in 5 different cities in Haryana. The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Haryana, Nayab Singh Saini, led the flag-off ceremony in Rewari.
These electric buses are also operational in Panchkula, Panipat, Jagadari, and Karnal. Haryana-based JBM Auto, the manufacturer of these electric buses, has supplied and deployed a comprehensive electric bus ecosystem at the depots, including power and charging infrastructure. JBM Auto received an order for 375 electric buses under the National e-Bus Plan in Haryana.
This year JBM Auto has completed a decade in the public mobility space. The company envisions serving over 20 billion passengers and clocking 3 billion e-kilometres in the next 3 to 4 years, delivering safe, reliable travel experiences.
The newly launched JBM Ecolife electric bus is a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) that will save around 1000 equivalent tons of carbon dioxide and 420,000 litres of diesel over 10 years of its operation. These buses are powered by fast-charging lithium-ion batteries and are equipped with features like Real Time Passenger Information System (PIS), Panic Buttons for emergency, Vehicle Location & Tracking System, CCTV cameras, public address system, stop request buttons, Fire Detection & Alarm System to name a few. For drivers, the ergonomically designed dashboard aims to provide an intuitive and user-friendly system, allowing them to concentrate on driving without distractions.
Key Features of JBM Ecolife
Here are some of the key features of the JBM Ecolife electric buses –
– Fast charging Lithium Batteries
– Plug-in Charging System
– Corrosion resistant Ladder Frame Chassis
– Stop Request Button for passengers
– Public announcement system
– Air conditioning system
– Ergonomically designed driver console
– Electro-Pneumatic controlled entry doors
Some of the safety features of the electric buses include –
– Live camera, centrally monitored system
– Passenger Information System (PIS) connected to GPS
– Emergency safe stop buttons
– Fire extinguisher in bus
– Fire Detection & Alarm System
– Electronic Braking system
Nishant Arya, Vice Chairman of JBM Auto, said, “Haryana is at a pivotal moment in transforming public mobility through the integration of advanced technology and sustainable initiatives. These buses represent a significant step toward achieving safer, cleaner, and more environmentally friendly transportation solutions, perfectly aligning with India’s broader Net Zero mission.”
“This initiative strengthens Haryana’s commitment to combating climate change, addressing urban air quality challenges, and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. By adopting electric buses, the state is advancing its vision of sustainable mobility and green development while enhancing the quality of life for its residents”, he further added.
Currently, JBM has deployed over 1,800 electric buses across multiple geographies in India, Europe, Middle East & Africa, etc. The company boasts of a robust order book of 10,000+ electric buses deployed and under execution. The company has set up the world’s largest (outside China) dedicated integrated electric bus manufacturing facility, located in the Delhi-NCR region, with an annual production capacity of 20,000 electric buses.
As JBM Auto joins Haryana’s mission to embrace green and sustainable public mobility solutions, the organisation commits itself to support the state’s alignment with global efforts to combat climate change.
