India, Oct. 30 -- The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML) is set to significantly expand its fleet with the inclusion of 1,000 new buses by March 2026. The procurement process for these buses has been completed, and the vehicles will soon begin arriving in phases. The new buses, to be supplied by Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland, will be operated under the PMPML's ownership model.

As per the current plan, 200 new buses will be inducted by December 2025, and the remaining vehicles will be added in phases over the next few months. The PMPML officials said that the move will not only strengthen the public transport network but also help reduce operational costs incurred through contractors.

Presently, the PMPML operates with m...