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SWITCH Mobility flagged off the first batch of 10 electric buses (out of 100 Ebuses) for the National Transport Corporation (NTC) of Mauritius, which is a special gift from the people and Government of India to the people and Government of Mauritius.

The ceremonial launch was done by Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, GCSK, FRCP, Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius; Osman Mahomed, Minister of Land Transport; Anurag Srivastava, High Commissioner of India to Mauritius; and other dignitaries from India and Mauritius.

The SWITCH EiV12 buses

 
These 100 SWITCH EiV12 buses are purposebuilt and developed at SWITCH’s advanced facility in Chennai, a key node in the company’s global supply chain. The buses combine international design and technology with Indian manufacturing expertise, reinforcing India’s growing role as a global EV manufacturing hub.
 
The allelectric SWITCH EiV12 platform, with seating for up to 45 passengers, is optimized, engineered, and manufactured for modern urban city commutes. It offers global standards in performance, safety, durability, reliability, and passenger comfort.

The buses, delivered through an open tender conducted by Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) in India, will be operated by the National Transport Corporation (NTC), Mauritius’ stateowned public transport operator.
 
The SWITCH EiV12 is tailored for short and mediumdistance urban travel, offering a lightweight solution that enhances city mobility. The vehicle’s efficient rearend dualgun charging interface ensures rapid recharging and also optimises depot spaces.

Powered by SWITCH iON, the proprietary telematics system, the vehicle offers realtime vehicle health monitoring, ITMS, and efficient fleet management. The bus is equipped with an advanced Fire Detection and Suppression System (FDSS). The floormounted LFP batteries contribute to a lower center of gravity for better vehicle stability.

SWITCH Mobility: Official quote

RG Venkataraman, Chief Commercial Officer of SWITCH Mobility, said, “We are proud to deliver our SWITCH EiV 12 electric buses to Mauritius, a key milestone that brings our ‘Make in India, for the World’ vision to life. The SWITCH EiV12 buses, which integrate advanced global technology with the strength of Indian manufacturing, support Mauritius’ vision for a sustainable and healthier future.”

He added, “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to clean mobility, enhanced urban transport, environmental preservation, and improved quality of life for Mauritian citizens. Through our intelligent technology we are dedicated to empowering Mauritius with smart, efficient, and ecofriendly transportation solutions that will drive progress towards cleaner, more resilient cities.”