On the occasion of World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored his vision of a Green Viksit Bharat with the dual launch of two impactful sustainability initiatives—flagging off 200 electric buses by PMI Electro Mobility in Delhi and planting a Banyan sapling under the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign at Bhagwan Mahavir Vanasthali Park.
These symbolic yet powerful actions reflect the government’s focus on accelerating the adoption of clean mobility solutions while fostering a culture of environmental consciousness. The electric buses, manufactured by PMI Electro, represent a major leap towards zero-emission public transportation and are expected to significantly reduce carbon emissions in urban centres.
In tandem, the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam initiative highlights the importance of restoring ecological balance and promoting biodiversity. By planting a tree in honour of motherhood and nature, the Prime Minister called upon citizens to nurture greenery in their homes and communities as a personal act of environmental stewardship.
To support the campaign, PMI Electro distributed 10,000 eco-friendly seed cards containing basil and wildflower seeds as part of its Green Routes programme. These biodegradable cards can be planted directly in soil and are designed to germinate within two weeks. Citizens were invited to share selfies while planting their seeds and tag PMI on LinkedIn, encouraging broader public participation and grassroots action.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Aanchal Jain, CEO, PMI Electro Mobility, said, “It is an honour to have our electric buses launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister. His visionary initiatives have inspired our growth and continue to guide our mission for sustainable mobility. With our Green Routes initiative, we aim to echo his call for a greener, cleaner future.”
With the latest deployment, PMI Electro now operates over 2,500 electric buses across 31 cities in India. Collectively, these buses are estimated to cut more than 250,000 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually, amounting to over 3 million metric tons over their lifecycle.
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