Haryana to get 357 AC electric buses: Anil Vij at R-Day function
Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Anil Vij said that approval had been granted to increase the state transport bus fleet from 4,500 to 5,300 buses. He was speaking after unfurling the National Flag and taking the salute at the grand parade during the 77th district-level Republic Day function held here on Monday.
He further said that 375 AC electric buses had been sanctioned and that, under the PM E-Bus Service Project, 450 e-buses would operate in 10 cities across the state.
The minister also visited the Shaheedi Memorial at the Police Lines and paid homage to the martyrs.
Addressing the gathering, Vij said Republic Day was not merely a festival but a symbol of India’s unwavering commitment to the Constitution, democracy and national values.
He said the grand memorial being built at Ambala Cantonment in memory of the martyrs of the 1857 First War of Independence was in its final stage.
He added that around 5,000 visitors would be able to pay tribute to the unsung heroes daily and that, with the Ambala airstrip ready, people from across the country would be able to visit the memorial conveniently.
“Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has achieved historic milestones in science, technology, defence, economy and global diplomacy,” said Anil Vij.
Vij reiterated that electricity was a basic necessity. “AT&C losses have reduced from 30.3 per cent to 9.97 per cent, and 6,019 villages are receiving 24-hour power supply under the ‘Mhara Gaon-Jagmag Gaon’ scheme,” he said.
He said the foundation stone for an 800 MW ultra super-critical unit at Yamunanagar was laid on April 14, 2025.
“New 800 MW power plants are proposed at Panipat and Khedar (Hisar). Under the PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Scheme, subsidies ranging from Rs 30,000 to Rs 78,000 are being provided for rooftop solar installations, with 37,308 rooftop systems installed so far,” said Vij.
On the occasion, Vij also honoured families of freedom fighters and senior citizens.
Deputy Commissioner Preeti, Superintendent of Police Kamaldeep Goyal, Additional Deputy Commissioner Naveen Ahuja, BJP district president Rajesh Sapra and other officials were present.
