A Non-AC double-decker bus conducted its last ride in Mumbai on September 15. Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) has replaced Non-AC double-decker buses with AC double-decker buses. “Today is an emotional day, we all got emotional...my father used to take me out on this bus since I was a child and I have more than 2000 models of double-decker bus. I request BEST to keep these buses in a museum style,” said a passenger Yatin Angre.“We have a bond with double-decker buses. It is part of our family and we feel like someone from our family is leaving us. Double-decker buses are the pride of Mumbai, and we feel like it should continue its service,” said Gulabrao Aher, Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) employee.
16 September,2023 10:31 AM IST | Mumbai
As the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) is taking steps toward making public transport environment-friendly, besides planning to fleet around 4,000 e-buses by March 2024 it will soon be opening its door to provide EV charging stations for private vehicles The BEST is working on installing around 330 e-charging stations at 55 locations in Mumbai and 10 will be ready by March this year.
16 February,2023 05:19 PM IST | Mumbai
The BEST on Thursday announced the launch of the fourth route of its premium bus service in Mumbai. The new designated route, between Mumbai Airport and Kharghar in Navi Mumbai will help connect the commuters to and from both the Mumbai airport and Kharghar. Flyers can book their seat on Chalo App from February 11, informs BEST general manager Lokesh Chandra.
10 February,2023 08:07 PM IST | Mumbai
Mumbaikars share their experiences of traveling on BEST buses and what they expect from the BMC ahead of the BMC elections in Mumbai
26 November,2022 11:05 PM IST | Mumbai
India's first electric double decker bus by Switch Mobility was formally launched in Mumbai on Thursday. The bus was unveiled by Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari. The bus will be a part of the BEST undertaking as the public transporter plans to add a large number of electric double decker e-buses.The unique electric double decker air-conditioned bus is of Switch EiV 22. Designed, developed and manufactured in India and utilising Switch's global electric bus experience, Switch EiV 22 is equipped with the latest technology, ultra-modern design, highest safety and best-in-class comfort features.
18 August,2022 09:43 PM IST | Mumbai
BEST has resumed six bus routes from Bandra station in the east to BKC that had been disrupted for nearly 18 months due to the work on a nullah. The services will bring huge relief to hundreds of people who work in the business district, including the #DiamondMarket. mid-day had repeatedly highlighted the inconvenience faced by users who were forced to walk a good 250 metres to board buses.
07 July,2022 07:15 PM IST
The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking on Friday announced the launch of a public trial of electric bikes at key city bus stops. When bus passengers alight from the bus, they can use these e-bikes to travel to their final destination. E-bike stations are also being set up at commercial and residential areas. BEST is India’s first bus transport operator to offer such integrated last mile services.
05 July,2022 11:06 AM IST | mumbai
'Indoo Ki Jawani' actor #AdityaSeal speaks about growing up in Mumbai, his love for Ghatkopar's Khau Galli, bargaining while street shopping and much more in this exciting episode of #MumbaiMeriJaan.
05 June,2022 11:11 PM IST | Mumbai
'Indoo Ki Jawani' actor Aditya Seal speaks about growing up in Andheri, his love for Ghatkopar's Khau Galli, bargaining while street shopping and much more in this exciting episode of Mumbai Meri Jaan.
04 February,2022 07:08 PM IST | Mumbai
In a complete makeover, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking is set to go digital with the launch of the app for commuters. #Maharashtra Tourism and Environment Minister #AadityaThackeray launched ‘#ChaloApp’ and ‘#ChaloBusCard’ on December 21. From tracking buses to booking tickets, watch the video to find out its feature, process, user reviews and more.
23 December,2021 03:31 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
