Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde has launched India’s first LNG-powered bus
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Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde has launched India’s first LNG-powered bus.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde inaugurated India’s first Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)-powered bus. It will be operated by the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation.
Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation announced that 5000 of its diesel vehicles will be converted to LNG alternative fuel vehicles in phases.
The conversion of buses from diesel to LNG will reduce pollution by 10%, and fuel costs will also reduce.
MSRTC has signed an MoU with M/s Kings Gas for the conversion of buses to LNG.
MSRTC will set up LNG distribution facilities at 90 depots across the state.
