The Future of Electric Trucks and Buses

SURAT. The minister arrived at Surat Airport from Gandhinagar on Thursday morning during his two-day Gujarat tour. Here he was welcomed by the mayor, BJP city president and other municipal corporation officials.

During this time, the mayor informed the minister that Surat has the highest number of e-vehicles in Gujarat—approximately 35 percent of all vehicles operating in the city.

Learning about Surat Municipal Corporation’s e-vehicle policy, the minister was impressed and particularly appreciated that for the first time in the country, a city has independently implemented an e-vehicle policy.

Reviewing the work of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway passing through Surat district, the minister said the government is continuously working to complete this project as soon as possible. He stated that in the coming times, new innovations will be implemented to make this expressway more safe, comfortable and high-tech for people.

Mentioning future plans, the minister said that soon large-scale operations of electric trucks and electric buses will begin across the country. “Our goal is to bring the world’s best technology to India and utilize it for the convenience of common people,” he said.

Seeing Surat’s e-vehicle policy and technological advancement, the minister described the city’s initiative as a model for the country.

Surat Airport

Surat Airport, also known as Surat International Airport, is a domestic and international airport serving the city of Surat in Gujarat, India. Its history is marked by a significant transformation from a small domestic terminal to a modern facility, with a major new integrated terminal opening in 2018 to accommodate growing passenger traffic. This development has positioned it as a key aviation gateway for the diamond and textile hub of Surat.

Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar is the capital city of the Indian state of Gujarat, built in the 1960s to replace Ahmedabad as the state’s administrative center. It was named in honor of Mahatma Gandhi, who was born in Gujarat, and is known for its well-planned infrastructure and abundance of green spaces.

Gujarat

Gujarat is a state in western India with a rich history dating back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, home to one of the world’s first ports at Lothal. It is renowned for being the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and for its significant role in India’s independence movement. The state’s culture is celebrated for its vibrant festivals, unique handicrafts, and as the last abode of the Asiatic lion in Gir Forest.

Surat Municipal Corporation

The Surat Municipal Corporation is the civic body responsible for the administration and infrastructure of Surat, a major city in Gujarat, India. Established in 1852 during the British colonial era, it was one of the first municipal corporations in the country. It is widely recognized for its successful transformation and efficient management, particularly after a plague epidemic in 1994 led to major urban renewal and cleanliness initiatives.

Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is a 1,386 km long, under-construction access-controlled highway that will connect India’s capital, New Delhi, with its financial hub, Mumbai. Once completed, it will be one of the world’s longest expressways, significantly reducing travel time between the two cities. The project, a key initiative of the Indian government, aims to boost economic growth and connectivity across several states.

Surat district

Surat district is located in the Indian state of Gujarat and is historically renowned as a major port city and trade hub. From the 16th to the 18th centuries, it was one of the most important commercial centers of the Mughal Empire, famously known as the gateway to Mecca due to the embarkation of pilgrims. Its prominence declined with the rise of British-controlled ports like Bombay, but it remains famous for its textile industry, particularly silk and Surat Zari craftsmanship.

India

India is a South Asian nation with one of the world’s oldest civilizations, dating back to the Indus Valley Civilization around 2500 BCE. It has a rich history marked by ancient empires, the development of major religions like Hinduism and Buddhism, and periods of Mughal and British rule. Today, it is a vast, diverse republic known for its vibrant cultures, numerous languages, and iconic landmarks such as the Taj Mahal.

Surat

Surat is a historic port city in the Indian state of Gujarat, renowned as a major trading hub during the Mughal era, particularly for textiles and diamonds. Often called the “Gateway to Mecca,” it was a primary departure point for pilgrim ships to the Arabian Peninsula. Today, it remains a global center for diamond cutting and polishing and a bustling commercial city.