National, 30 July, 2026: SWITCH Mobility, a global manufacturer of electric buses and part of the Hinduja Group, has secured an order for 650 electric buses from Sai Green Projects Pvt. Ltd. The order will support public transport deployments across Mumbai and Pune under the Government of India’s PM E-Drive Phase II Tender.
As part of the order, SWITCH Mobility will supply 9m electric buses under the CESL PM E-Drive Phase II tender, secured by Sai Green Projects Pvt. Ltd. as the selected operator. These AC and Non-AC buses will serve Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) and Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML) respectively. The collaboration is a major step in the transition towards cleaner and more sustainable public transportation in two of Maharashtra’s largest urban centres.
Mr. Ganesh Mani, CEO, SWITCH Mobility, said, “The deployment of 650 electric buses is a significant step towards India’s ambition to reduce emissions, improve operating economics, and modernise public transport systems. At SWITCH Mobility, we remain focused on delivering reliable and efficient electric mobility solutions that enable operators to transition towards cleaner public transport while ensuring a superior passenger experience. With a growing product portfolio, we are well positioned to support the evolving mobility requirements of cities across India.”
“We are pleased to partner with Sai Green Projects Pvt. Ltd. in supporting large-scale deployments in Mumbai and Pune under the PM E-Drive initiative. This is the beginning of a long-term partnership where we look forward to covering many green miles together,” he added.
Mr. RG Venkataraman, CCO, SWITCH Mobility, said, “This development is a strong testament to our commercial proposition and our ability to deliver at scale for operators across the country. At SWITCH Mobility, we go way beyond manufacturing great products. Our focus is to make sustainability commercially viable to the operators so they can run efficient, profitable fleets.”
Mr. Vikas Gupta, CEO, Sai Green Projects Pvt. Ltd. said,” Sustainable living is at the core of what we do at Sai Green Projects. We are proud to partner with a leading OEM like Switch Mobility to take India’s vision for clean, efficient, and future-ready public mobility forward. We are confident that these electric buses will enhance the everyday experience of commuters in Mumbai and Pune.”
With over 185 million green kilometres covered globally and 2,500+ electric buses deployed in India, SWITCH Mobility continues to scale its presence across multiple segments, including city, intercity and specialised applications.
Backed by advanced connected vehicle technology, a growing product portfolio and a robust service network, SWITCH Mobility remains committed to accelerating India’s transition towards cleaner, smarter and future-ready public transportation.
About SWITCH Mobility
SWITCH Mobility, a part of the Hinduja Group, is a global electric bus and light commercial vehicle manufacturer committed to advancing green mobility. Formed by leveraging the engineering expertise of the Indian powerhouse Ashok Leyland, SWITCH seamlessly integrates the very best innovators and cutting-edge technology to deliver unrivalled product choices on a global scale. Since inception, SWITCH has put over 2,400 eBuses on the road, clocking up over 185 million kilometres globally. SWITCH Mobility’s electric light commercial vehicle – the SWITCH IeV Series – is transforming last-mile logistics with currently over 2,500 eLCVs on the road driven by urban delivery demands and operational efficiencies.
SWITCH Mobility’s accomplishments are underscored by numerous awards, such as Most Trusted Brand of India, L&ICV People Mover of the Year, Star Electric Bus of the Year, Sustainability Award, and the Special Application of the Year Award for the EiV 22 TOURIST Hop on Hop Off Bus at the Apollo CV Awards. Recognised as a Great Place to Work, SWITCH Mobility cultivates a corporate culture that values agility, innovation, and responsibility.
