In order to provide smooth transport services to Delhiites, Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta on Friday inaugurated the state-of-the-art bus terminal in Narela.
She also dedicated over 100 Delhi EV Interconnector (DEVI) buses to the service of the residents. “This project is not just a new facility but a strong step towards taking Delhi to a better, safer, and more inclusive future,” Gupta said.
Spread over an area of 4000 square meters in Narela, this terminal is equipped with all basic amenities like three bus bays, a spacious shed, clean toilets, an RO water plant, a canteen-pantry, and an EV charging station.
“Passengers will now travel with a better experience,” she said while inaugurating the terminal.
The new DEVI buses are equipped with modern facilities like CCTV cameras, emergency panic buttons, and live tracking. Additionally, these buses are fully accessible with a wheelchair-friendly design for the convenience of differently-abled individuals.
Gupta said, “Today, more than 2000 electric buses are running on Delhi’s roads. Our resolve is to make the capital’s public transport system fully electric by 2027, realizing the vision of “Developed Delhi” set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.”
She claimed that the terminal was completed in just 90 days and it reflects the government’s commitment to deliver on promises made to Delhi residents.
She also attacked the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, accusing it of pushing Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) into losses and fostering a corrupt system.
“Buses are Delhi’s lifeline. But under the previous government, routes were cut, buses reduced, and corruption seeped in. DTC had incurred losses amounting to Rs 65,000 crore during the earlier regime,” she added.
