Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday (September 03) flagged off 50 new air-conditioned electric buses in the Tekhand area of Okhla, marking a push towards cleaner public transport in the national capital.&nbsp;The new buses are expected to strengthen Delhi’s public transport network while supporting efforts to reduce pollution and promote environment-friendly mobility.&nbsp;During the programme, officials also inaugurated an Automated Vehicle Fitness Testing Station at the Tekhand bus depot. The facility has been built at a cost of around Rs 10 crore.&nbsp;The automated centre can test the fitness of around 73,000 commercial vehicles every year. Its testing system will also help assess vehicles against fitness and pollution-related standards.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-signals-openness-to-ukraine-deal-thanks-us-and-china-for-peace-efforts-1788433350060">Putin signals openness to Ukraine deal, thanks US and China for peace efforts</a> &nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Delhi leads India’s electric mobility journey with the country’s largest EV bus fleet of 5,088 buses. With 50 more e-buses launched today and the new Delhi-Rewari service, commuters get cleaner journeys, better connectivity and a stronger public transport network.<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/ViksitDelhi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ViksitDelhi</a> <a href="https://t.co/zbXbLBABGl">pic.twitter.com/zbXbLBABGl</a>&mdash; Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) <a href="https://x.com/gupta_rekha/status/2095466743762428405?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 3, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Rekha Gupta targets previous AAP government</h2>Addressing the gathering, Gupta criticised the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, alleging that it gave greater importance to publicity than actual work. She said the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operated at a loss under the previous government and its employees also faced difficulties.&nbsp;The Chief Minister said development work in Delhi has gained momentum since the Bharatiya Janata Party government came to power. She said her government believes in completing work instead of merely counting it.&nbsp;Gupta said more than 5,800 electric buses are currently operating in Delhi, while the total DTC fleet has crossed around 6,700 buses.&nbsp;She said the expansion of the electric bus fleet would strengthen public transport and contribute to a cleaner environment in the city. Gupta also said interstate bus services that were discontinued under the previous government have now been restarted.&nbsp;Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Singh and South Delhi MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri also attended the programme. Both leaders highlighted the development work being carried out by the Delhi government.

Rekha Gupta flagged off 50 new AC electric buses in Okhla and inaugurated an automated vehicle fitness testing station as part of the government’s push for cleaner public transport and reduced pollution.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday (September 03) flagged off 50 new air-conditioned electric buses in the Tekhand area of Okhla, marking a push towards cleaner public transport in the national capital. The new buses are expected to strengthen Delhi’s public transport network while supporting efforts to reduce pollution and promote environment-friendly mobility. During the programme, officials also inaugurated an Automated Vehicle Fitness Testing Station at the Tekhand bus depot. The facility has been built at a cost of around Rs 10 crore. The automated centre can test the fitness of around 73,000 commercial vehicles every year. Its testing system will also help assess vehicles against fitness and pollution-related standards. Also Read: Putin signals openness to Ukraine deal, thanks US and China for peace efforts

Rekha Gupta flagged off 50 new AC electric buses in Okhla and inaugurated an automated vehicle fitness testing station as part of the government’s push for cleaner public transport and reduced pollution.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta flags off 50 AC electric buses, inaugurates vehicle testing station

Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Shri Taranjit Singh Sandhu, along with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday (Aug 19), flagged off 200 new electric buses from the Delhi University Sports Complex, taking Delhi’s electric bus fleet to nearly 5,000 buses.&nbsp;The event, attended by MLA Shri Surya Prakash Khatri, senior officials and other dignitaries, also marked an important step towards safer, more convenient and inclusive mobility for women with the launch of 56 dedicated Ladies Special Electric Bus Services connecting major colleges, including Hindu College, Ramjas College, Daulat Ram College, Shri Ram College of Commerce, Lady Shri Ram College, Gargi College, Hansraj College and SGGSCC.&nbsp;The Delhi Government also inaugurated the Delhi–Karnal Inter-State Electric Bus Service and a public EV charging station at Rajghat Depot-1.&nbsp;These initiatives reaffirm the Government’s commitment to clean and sustainable mobility, better connectivity, safer travel for women and greater ease of movement for every citizen of Delhi.<h2>Donation centre for old clothes</h2>Earlier this month, Delhi Chief minister Rekha Gupta on Monday (Aug 3) inaugurated 'Arpan', a donation centre for old clothes at Punjabi Bagh West Metro Station, marking a significant step towards promoting sustainable waste management and advancing a circular economy in the National Capital.&nbsp;The 'Arpan' initiative seeks to encourage citizens to donate their old, wearable clothes for reuse, recycling and upcycling, thereby reducing textile waste, conserving valuable resources and fostering responsible consumption. By extending the life cycle of clothing, the initiative aims to minimise waste sent to landfills while promoting environmentally sustainable practices across Delhi.

The event also marked an important step towards safer, more convenient and inclusive mobility for women with the launch of 56 dedicated Ladies Special Electric Bus Services. 

Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Shri Taranjit Singh Sandhu, along with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday (Aug 19), flagged off 200 new electric buses from the Delhi University Sports Complex, taking Delhi’s electric bus fleet to nearly 5,000 buses. The event, attended by MLA Shri Surya Prakash Khatri, senior officials and other dignitaries, also marked an important step towards safer, more convenient and inclusive mobility for women with the launch of 56 dedicated Ladies Special Electric Bus Services connecting major colleges, including Hindu College, Ramjas College, Daulat Ram College, Shri Ram College of Commerce, Lady Shri Ram College, Gargi College, Hansraj College and SGGSCC. The Delhi Government also inaugurated the Delhi–Karnal Inter-State Electric Bus Service and a public EV charging station at Rajghat Depot-1. These initiatives reaffirm the Government’s commitment to clean and sustainable mobility, better connectivity, safer travel for women and greater ease of movement for every citizen of Delhi. Donation centre for old clothes Earlier this month, Delhi Chief minister Rekha Gupta on Monday (Aug 3) inaugurated 'Arpan', a donation centre for old clothes at Punjabi Bagh West Metro Station, marking a significant step towards promoting sustainable waste management and advancing a circular economy in the National Capital. The 'Arpan' initiative seeks to encourage citizens to donate their old, wearable clothes for reuse, recycling and upcycling, thereby reducing textile waste, conserving valuable resources and fostering responsible consumption. By extending the life cycle of clothing, the initiative aims to minimise waste sent to landfills while promoting environmentally sustainable practices across Delhi.

The event also marked an important step towards safer, more convenient and inclusive mobility for women with the launch of 56 dedicated Ladies Special Electric Bus Services.&nbsp;

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta flags off 50 AC electric buses, inaugurates vehicle testing station

Delhi LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu, CM Rekha Gupta flag off 200 new electric buses