Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has announced the scrapping of 13,000 government vehicles and 15-year-old buses in an effort to modernise the state’s transport system.
The decision aims to phase out outdated vehicles and replace them with eco-friendly alternatives to ensure safer and more efficient transportation.
The Chief Minister made the announcement during a review meeting held at the Sahyadri Guest House. The meeting, focused on plans for the next 100 days, included discussions on transport modernisation, road safety, and operational efficiency across various departments.
Key departments such as Transport, Ports, and the Maharashtra Airport Development Authority were part of the agenda.
Fadnavis emphasised the need for retrofitting the remaining buses with LNG and CNG systems to make the fleet more environmentally sustainable. This measure is expected to reduce pollution and align with the government’s broader focus on eco-friendly practices.
Road safety was a significant point of discussion. The Chief Minister directed officials to harness artificial intelligence to identify and address factors contributing to road accidents.
He also highlighted an agreement with Google to utilise the platform’s resources for improving safety measures and infrastructure planning.
The meeting was attended by several ministers, including Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik, Food and Civil Supplies Minister Dhananjay Munde, and Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar.
Senior officials, such as Chief Secretary Sujata Saunik and Transport Commissioner Vivek Bhimanwar, also participated in the discussions. Their collective efforts aim to ensure the successful implementation of the proposed strategies.
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