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Do you want electric buses to operate in your neighborhood too? Send your suggestions here.

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A survey is being conducted in Delhi to initiate small-sized electric neighborhood buses on congested roads. The Delhi Transport Department has commenced an extensive ground survey to determine suitable routes for neighborhood bus services in different areas of Delhi. This survey will run from June 1st to June 15th, with 23 technical teams deployed in various locations across Delhi for study purposes.
Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot stated that the Delhi government has never purchased more than 2000 feeder buses before this initiative. The 9-meter buses will operate on routes where 12-meter buses are unable to reach. Delhi residents can also share their feedback and suggestions regarding the neighborhood buses at mohallabusfeedback [at] gmail.com.
To ensure the inclusion of public suggestions, teams have been formed by the Transport Department to gather insights from the people of Delhi. This will guarantee that all significant routes are covered by these neighborhood buses.
The technical teams involved in the survey will visit metro stations, bus terminals, bus stops, and different areas of Delhi. The survey will focus on the following four aspects:
- Assessment of travel demand: The survey teams will examine last-mile connectivity in each area and study the transportation needs of the general public for such connectivity.
- Road network: The survey teams will assess road width, encroachments, and obstacles encountered during bus operations.
- Public transport connectivity: All teams will determine the distance travelers need to cover to reach public transport. A Pakistani team will also investigate the availability of other public transport options in the area.
- Para-transit connectivity: The availability of options such as e-rickshaws, auto-rickshaws, and other para-transit services in specific areas will also be surveyed.
According to the information received from the Transport Department, the data collected during this survey will be digitized. It will be used to determine the origin and destination of proposed neighborhood bus services in each area. Additionally, the survey aims to identify potential routes that will benefit the maximum number of passengers through neighborhood buses.
It should be noted that Kailash Gahlot, Delhi’s Finance Minister, who also serves as the Transport Minister, announced the Neighborhood Bus Plan in the budget speech. The objective of this plan is to deploy 9-meter-long electric buses to provide local or feeder bus services. The Kejriwal government has planned to operate a total of 2,180 such buses by 2025. The neighborhood buses will be specifically operated in those areas of Delhi where road width is limited or regular operation of 12-meter buses is difficult due to congestion.
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CM Atishi: 150 Mohalla Buses to Begin Service in Two Weeks.

Delhi is all set to welcome Mohalla Buses on its roads in the next two weeks. Chief Minister Atishi shared the update and said these buses will help solve the city’s last-mile connectivity issues.
Trial and Facility Check
CM Atishi recently visited the Kushak Nala Depot to inspect the electric low-floor Mohalla Buses. She mentioned that trials have been successfully conducted on two routes. These buses are specially designed to operate in crowded areas where larger buses cannot reach.
Modern Features
The 9-meter-long buses come equipped with modern features and can run up to 200 kilometers on just an hour’s charge. Atishi stated that 150 buses will begin operating soon, with plans to expand the fleet to 2,140 buses by 2025. The goal is to connect every colony in Delhi through these buses.
Improved Last-Mile Connectivity
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), CM Atishi wrote, “Mohalla Buses will be a game changer for last-mile connectivity in Delhi. Over the past 10 years, Delhi has built a world-class public transport system, and we’ll keep working to make it even better.”
A New Chapter in Delhi’s Transport
This initiative not only aims to improve transportation but also offers an eco-friendly option for congested areas. The launch of Mohalla Buses marks a big step toward making public transport accessible and efficient for everyone in Delhi.
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Delhi Government Plans New System to Track Projects and Spending in Real-Time

The Delhi government is working on a new system that will help its finance department monitor projects, spending, and revenue collection in real time. Called the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS), the software aims to make tracking budgets, expenses, and project progress faster and simpler.
Right now, different departments have this information, but it’s scattered. “If the finance department needs details about spending or budgets, they have to collect it manually, which takes time. This new system will make all the data digital and easy to access,” said a senior official.
How It Will Help
The system will let the government quickly check how much money has been spent on a project or whether more funds are needed. It will also track money collected through GST, excise duty, VAT, and license fees.
“If we collect less revenue than expected, the system will let us know right away. This way, we can take steps to fix the issue on time,” the official added.
One key benefit is that the system will help decide if a request for funds is really needed, which could prevent unnecessary spending and control rising costs.
Learning from Other States
Delhi’s finance department has already visited Rajasthan to see how a similar system works there. “We plan to look at systems in other states too so we can learn and improve our own setup,” the official said.
What’s Next?
The IFMS will also include tracking for salaries and General Provident Fund payments. The finance department has been put in charge of developing and implementing the system.
The project is currently in the tendering stage. A consultant has been hired to create the tender documents, which will be ready in about a month. Officials expect the entire system to be up and running in about three months after that.
The government recently held a workshop to introduce the idea to stakeholders. Once in place, this new system is expected to make financial management in Delhi smoother, faster, and more transparent.
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Don’t Pay Your Water Bills; We Will Waive Them in 2025,’ Kejriwal Tells Delhi Residents.

Representational Image | Image Source: Arvind Kejriwal (Twitter)
Arvind Kejriwal, former Chief Minister of Delhi and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader, has announced that if re-elected, his government will waive all outstanding water bills in 2025. Speaking to residents at Sanjay Gandhi Transport Nagar on Saturday, he encouraged Delhiites to hold off on paying their water bills, claiming that the current bills issued are inaccurate.
Kejriwal shared, “I am a mechanical engineer by training and started my career at Tata. I don’t do typical politics – I focus on actual work. In the past, I’ve waived electricity and water bills, which led to my arrest. I’ll waive these water bills again once we’re back in office. Trust me on this – I’ve done it before and will do it again.”
Delhi’s Services Stand Strong, Says Kejriwal
Highlighting the improvements his government has made, Kejriwal mentioned that thanks to his leadership, Delhi now enjoys 24/7 electricity, unlike many other states. He noted, “I’m an IIT graduate, and under my leadership, Delhi doesn’t experience power cuts anymore. Electing educated leaders makes a difference. We’ve done more for unorganized colonies than any other government.”
Kejriwal also pointed out that people from neighboring states, like Uttar Pradesh, often come to Delhi for medical treatment, despite the availability of the Ayushman Bharat scheme in UP.
“Vote for Those Who Serve You,” Urges Kejriwal
Kejriwal urged voters to support leaders who genuinely work for them. He questioned what the central government has contributed to Delhi, inviting people to compare the efforts of AAP with those of the central administration. “In the upcoming elections, vote for those who have consistently worked for you,” he stated, adding that AAP is also working on improving the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).