In a major push to transform urban mobility, the Delhi government has unveiled a robust ₹12,952-crore budget allocation for public transport—nearly 13% of the total budget—more than doubling last year’s outlay. The comprehensive package aims to bolster “seamless connectivity” through the addition of 5,000 new electric buses, extensive metro expansion, and targeted welfare measures for transport workers, positioning Delhi to become a global leader in sustainable urban transit.

Announcing the transport outlay, chief minister Rekha Gupta said the capital is on track to become home to the world’s second-largest electric bus fleet. “Currently, Delhi ranks third globally with 2,152 electric buses—1,752 operated by DTC and 400 under the DIMTS cluster scheme. With the planned addition of over 5,000 electric buses by year-end, Delhi is poised to leap ahead in electric mobility,” she said.

Shenzhen in China is widely recognised as having the largest electric bus fleet in the world, with an estimated 16,000 electric buses.