Jakson Green E‑Mobility has just clinched a 220‑bus contract in Gujarat, the first big fleet win for the company in its first year. The order splits into 120 units for Vadodara, 80 for Gandhidham and 20 for Navsari, covering an estimated 2,200 seats across three cities.
The buses are 9‑metre, air‑conditioned, lithium‑ion electric coaches that typically seat 70 passengers and can run 150‑200 km on a single charge. The 9‑metre size is the sweet spot for suburban routes that need a balance between capacity and maneuverability.
Jakson Green is now in direct competition with established players like Tata Motors’ X1 and Ashok Leyland’s eVSL, both of which have already delivered hundreds of units under the same PM‑eBus scheme. While Tata’s X1 starts at ₹1.2 crore per unit, Jakson Green’s pricing is expected to sit closer to ₹1 crore, giving operators a cheaper alternative without compromising on AC comfort.
Under the 12‑year Gross Cost Contract model the company will handle procurement, deployment, daily operation and maintenance, as well as build a dedicated charging network at each site. This all‑in‑one service removes the upfront capital burden for the state and aligns with the central government’s push for zero‑emission public transport.
The contract is slated to go live in the second half of 2024, with the first buses rolling out in Vadodara by September. Operators will see a full cycle of charging infrastructure, fleet management software and driver training bundled into the deal.
For buyers, the key takeaway is that the PM‑eBus Sewa Programme is delivering real, city‑scale deployments and that companies like Jakson Green are ready to fill the gap left by legacy manufacturers. Keep an eye on the next tender for 500 buses in Rajasthan, where the same model could set a new benchmark for cost‑effective electrification.