As part of a landmark CSR initiative, SWITCH Mobility, part of the Hinduja Group, has donated an electric double-decker bus to Delhi, marking a significant step forward in sustainable urban mobility and the city’s environmental journey. The vehicle was handed over by Mr. Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of Ashok Leyland, to the Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, and Tourism Minister, Kapil Mishra.
For the first time, residents and visitors in Delhi can explore the city’s rich cultural and historical heritage aboard a fully electric, air-conditioned double-decker bus — offering a clean, comfortable, and immersive way to experience the grandeur of India’s capital. This initiative reimagines urban sightseeing, blending the nostalgia of the iconic double-decker with the promise of a greener tomorrow.
Powering this experience is the SWITCH EiV 22 — India’s first electric double-decker AC bus — designed, developed, and manufactured in India, showcasing the deep engineering expertise and manufacturing legacy of Ashok Leyland. The bus is equipped with a 231 kWh NMC battery pack, offering a range of up to 250 km, optimised seating for 65 passengers, and a lightweight aluminium body that delivers best-in-class comfort. The SWITCH EiV 22 is also the world’s first standard-floor, air-conditioned, electric double-decker, featuring a wider rear door and staircase — a testament to Indian engineering meeting global standards.
Mr. Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of Ashok Leyland, said, “The double-decker bus has always held a special place in India’s public transport story – it is an icon of belonging, of shared journeys, and of city life. Through this CSR initiative, we are proud to breathe new life into that legacy, right in the heart of our national capital. The ‘Dekho Meri Dilli’ experience is our way of giving back to the communities we serve – offering people a beautiful, emission-free way to rediscover Delhi’s magnificent heritage. At SWITCH Mobility, backed by Ashok Leyland’s strong mobility foundation, we are committed to advancing green mobility not just as a business proposition, but as a responsibility to society and the environment.”
Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Ganesh Mani, CEO – Switch Mobility and COO – Ashok Leyland, said, “The Hinduja Group has always believed that progress must be purposeful – that growth and giving back must go hand in hand. We are not just offering a ride; we are offering a renewed connection to our history, our culture, and our shared pride as Indians – all while treading lightly on our planet. We are proud to see the SWITCH EiV 22 carry not just passengers, but the spirit of a greener, more purposeful India – one landmark, one journey at a time. Switch Mobility’s electric-first vision, backed by the scale and strength of Ashok Leyland, makes moments like these possible – where innovation is not just future-ready, but people-ready.”
