SWITCH Mobility Deploys 100 Electric Vehicles for Indore Waste Management, Enhancing Sustainability

SWITCH Mobility, the electric vehicle business of Ashok Leyland, has launched 100 tailor-made electric waste management vehicles for the Indore Municipal Corporation. This move reinforces Indore's status as India's cleanest city and contributes to its urban sustainable development targets. Here is a detailed snapshot:

 

Key Highlights

Deployment Details:

 

SWITCH Mobility handed over 100 SWITCH IeV3 electric vehicles to replace diesel-run garbage tippers.

 

These vehicles can be used for both wet and dry waste, improving the effectiveness of waste collection activities.

 

Technological Developments:

 

The SWITCH IeV3 is equipped with the company's own SWITCH iON connected vehicle platform, which provides capabilities such as real-time tracking, predictive maintenance, and route optimization.

 

These developments are intended to enhance operational effectiveness and minimize downtime.

 

Environmental Benefits:

 

The rollout is anticipated to reduce carbon emissions and noise pollution in cities substantially.

 

This fits within Indore's larger clean mobility vision and sustainability pledge.

 

Government Support:

 

The ceremony was witnessed by Kailash Vijayvargiya, Urban Development and Housing Minister, and Pushyamitra Bhargav, Mayor of Indore.

 

Both officials praised SWITCH Mobility's contribution towards Indore's leadership in environmental responsibility.

 

CEO's Statement:

 

Mahesh Babu, SWITCH Mobility CEO, was proud to partner with Indore in making its future cleaner, greener.

 

He emphasized the company's focus on providing smart, zero-emission mobility solutions.

 

Future Prospects:

 

This launch is an important milestone in Indore's quest to maintain its crown as India's cleanest city.

 

SWITCH Mobility plans to increase its presence in clean urban mobility in other Indian cities and globally.

 

This project reflects the increasing role of electric vehicles in urban waste management and provides a role model for green practices in municipal operations.

 

Sources: Economic Times Auto, Saur Energy, Business Standard