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APSRTC to induct 350 e-buses by October, chairman says

APSRTC chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao announced the corporation will introduce 350 electric buses in the first phase by October under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme, with 750 buses sanctioned for Andhra Pradesh. He added that Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has requested 300 additional buses from the Centre, and infrastructure work is underway.

By Tertius News AI Desk 2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles Version 1 Coverage Aug 31, 2026 Published 1h ago

Electric bus rollout timeline

The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) will induct 350 new electric buses into its fleet in the first phase by October, according to chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao. The corporation has been sanctioned 750 electric buses under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme, as reported by both Deccan Chronicle and The Times of India.

Narayana Rao made the announcement during a visit to the APSRTC Anantapur Garage, where he inspected various sections of the depot and reviewed facilities, according to The Times of India. He also inspected newly constructed charging stations being developed for the electric buses.

The chairman said the remaining buses are expected to be introduced by the end of the year, as reported by Deccan Chronicle.

Government support and infrastructure

Narayana Rao said Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has requested the Centre to sanction an additional 300 electric buses for the state. Deccan Chronicle reported that Naidu made the request to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The chief minister has set a goal of shifting towards cleaner, more sustainable public transport, the chairman said. He added that the move to introduce electric buses is aimed at modernising public transport and reducing air pollution.

Work on installing electrical substations and charging stations for the e-buses is in progress, Narayana Rao said, expressing confidence that the first phase of 350 buses would be launched by October, as reported by Deccan Chronicle.

The Times of India quoted Narayana Rao as stressing the importance of strengthening infrastructure, including charging facilities, to support the growing fleet.

Transition from diesel to electric

The chairman said APSRTC would gradually replace diesel buses with electric buses, providing passengers with improved travel facilities and contributing to environmental protection. Deccan Chronicle reported that the state government is considering replacing every diesel bus with an e-bus in a phased manner to provide better transport facilities.

The transition is part of a broader modernisation effort, according to the chairman, who described the chief minister's vision as one of cleaner, more sustainable public transport.

Welfare schemes highlighted

During his address to APSRTC staff, Narayana Rao also referred to the Stree Sakthi Scheme, saying it has benefited women by providing free travel. He said the state government has so far borne a financial burden of Rs 3,000 crore under the scheme, while prioritising women's comfort and empowerment, as reported by Deccan Chronicle.

Several persons with disabilities are also availing of free bus travel, he added.

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Deccan Chronicle

Framing: Announces the launch of 350 e-buses in October as the first phase of a larger rollout

as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC

Facts Included:

APSRTC will launch 350 e-buses out of the sanctioned 750 in October
remaining buses expected to be introduced by the end of the year
APSRTC chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao said Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu wanted e-buses introduced in the state
state government was considering replacing every diesel bus with an e-bus in a phased manner
750 e-buses had been allotted to Andhra Pradesh under the PM e-Bus scheme
Naidu had requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to allot another 300 e-buses to the state
work on installing electrical substations and charging stations was in progress
350 e-buses would be launched in the first phase by October
Stree Sakthi Scheme had benefited women by providing free travel
state government had so far borne a financial burden of `3,000 crore under the scheme
Several persons with disabilities were also availing of free bus travel

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The Times of India

Framing: Emphasizes the induction of 350 electric buses by October, attributed to the RTC chief's statement. — Promotional and factual, highlighting progress without critical analysis.

as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC

Facts Included:

APSRTC chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao said the corporation will induct 350 new electric buses into its fleet in the first phase by Oct under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme.
AP was sanctioned 750 electric buses under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme.
Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu requested the Centre to sanction an additional 300 electric buses for the state.
Narayana Rao visited the APSRTC Anantapur Garage, inspected sections of the depot and reviewed facilities.
He inspected newly constructed charging stations for electric buses.
He said the move was aimed at modernising public transport and reducing air pollution.
He said Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu had set a goal of shifting towards cleaner, more sustainable public transport.
APSRTC would gradually replace diesel buses with electric buses, providing improved travel facilities and contributing to environmental protection.
The chairman stressed the importance of strengthening infrastructure, including charging facilities, to support the electric bus fleet.

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimAPSRTC chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao said the corporation will induct 350 new electric buses into its fleet in the first phase by October under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC, Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
ClaimAndhra Pradesh was sanctioned 750 electric buses under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC, Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
ClaimChief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu requested the Centre to sanction an additional 300 electric buses for the state.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC, Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
ClaimAPSRTC chairman Konakalla Narayana Rao visited the APSRTC Anantapur Garage, inspected sections of the depot and reviewed facilities.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC
ClaimNarayana Rao inspected newly constructed charging stations for electric buses.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC
ClaimNarayana Rao said the move to introduce electric buses was aimed at modernising public transport and reducing air pollution.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC
ClaimChief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu set a goal of shifting towards cleaner, more sustainable public transport.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC, Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
ClaimAPSRTC would gradually replace diesel buses with electric buses, providing improved travel facilities and contributing to environmental protection.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC
ClaimNarayana Rao stressed the importance of strengthening infrastructure, including charging facilities, to support the electric bus fleet.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC
ClaimAPSRTC will launch 350 e-buses in October.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC, The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC
ClaimThe remaining e-buses are expected to be introduced by the end of the year.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
ClaimThe state government is considering replacing every diesel bus with an e-bus in a phased manner.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
ClaimChief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to allot another 300 e-buses to the state.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC, The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC
ClaimWork on installing electrical substations and charging stations for the e-buses is in progress.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC, The Times of India as of Aug 31, 2026, 6:15 PM UTC
ClaimThe Stree Sakthi Scheme has benefited women by providing free travel.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
ClaimThe state government has borne a financial burden of 3,000 crore rupees under the Stree Sakthi Scheme.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC
ClaimSeveral persons with disabilities were also availing of free bus travel.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Deccan Chronicle as of Aug 31, 2026, 9:47 PM UTC

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2 distinct · 2 mastheads · 2 articles consulted: Deccan Chronicle, The Times of India 17 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-08-31