In a significant move towards sustainability, TNSTC assigns 367 BS-VI buses to the Kumbakonam division, enhancing safety and minimizing emissions.
TNSTC Kumbakonam Division Buses Key Highlights:
- TNSTC allocates 367 BS-VI buses to the Kumbakonam division for mofussil and city routes.
- 255 buses designated for mofussil services, 112 for city and town routes.
- Modernization efforts include replacing buses with over 15 years of service.
- Initial deployment of 25 buses, with an additional 127 expected soon.
- Bodies for new buses are fabricated in Karur, Trichy, and Bengaluru workshops.
- Uniform design adhering to TNSTC’s AIS-052 bus body code, featuring air-assisted hydraulic brakes and 200 HP engines for fuel efficiency.
- Ergonomic design, exhaust after-treatment system, and automated doors for safety measures.
- Stickers to distinguish BS-VI buses in the fleet.
TNSTC continues its commitment to environmental and passenger-friendly transport with this fleet upgrade, aiming for full induction by June.
Source :timesofindia
