EKA Mobility, a leading Indian electric commercial vehicles and technology company, has marked a significant milestone in promoting urban sustainability by delivering 10 state-of-the-art 1.5-tonne electric garbage tipper vehicles to the Pune Municipal Corporation. This collaboration represents a substantial leap towards environmentally conscious waste management practices in Pune, positioning the city as a role model for sustainable urban development. The vehicles were handed over in the presence of notable dignitaries, including Shri Ajit Pawar, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Chandrakant Dada Patil, Hon’ble Minister of Higher and Technical Education, Textiles, and Parliamentary Affairs – Maharashtra & MLA-Kothrud Vidhan Sabha, and Dr. Neelam Gorhe, Deputy Chairperson of The Legislative Council of Maharashtra, along with PMC Commissioner Shri Vikram Kumar and Additional Commissioner Dr. Kunal Khemnar.
EKA Mobility’s commitment to a greener future aligns seamlessly with Pune Municipal Corporation’s vision of enhancing the city’s environmental profile and improving residents’ quality of life. The introduction of these 1.5-tonne electric garbage tipper vehicles marks a significant shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly waste management in Pune. EKA Mobility had successfully conducted trials of its electric garbage collection vans with PMC before officially handing over the fleet.
Mr. Hirdesh Thakur, representing EKA Mobility, expressed their commitment to supporting Pune Municipal Corporation in creating a cleaner and more sustainable urban environment. He emphasized EKA Mobility’s dedication to leveraging innovation and technology to address urban challenges and expressed confidence that the electric garbage tipper vans would play a pivotal role in Pune’s mission to improve cleanliness in a sustainable manner. He also highlighted the pride of Pune citizens as the city embraces environmentally conscious mobility to enhance the quality of life.
Key Features of the EKA Mobility 1.5-Tonne Electric Garbage Tipper Vans:
Zero-Emission Operation: The electric garbage collection vans produce zero tailpipe emissions, significantly reducing the carbon footprint associated with waste collection.
High Payload Capacity: With a 1.5-tonne capacity, these vans ensure efficient and effective waste collection and transportation, contributing to cleaner and more hygienic urban spaces.
Noise Reduction: Operating quietly, the electric vehicles minimize noise pollution in residential areas during collection hours.
Extended Range: EKA Mobility’s advanced battery technology provides the vans with an impressive range, ensuring uninterrupted operation throughout the day.
Advanced Safety Features: Equipped with modern safety features, the vans prioritize the well-being of waste collection crews and other road users.
The collaboration between EKA Mobility and Pune Municipal Corporation underscores the potential of public and private sector partnerships in driving innovation and sustainability. The introduction of these electric garbage tipper vans is poised to enhance the overall quality of life in Pune by reducing pollution and improving the efficiency of waste management operations.
