Suggested Public Transport Budget Allocation for Ahmedabad (2026-27)

Projected Allocation

  • Total AMC Budget (2026-27): ₹16,500 crore (Estimated 10% increase)
  • Recommended AMTS Budget: ₹1,500 crore (~9% of total budget)

As Ahmedabad moves towards a sustainable and efficient transit system, increasing the budget for public transport is essential to enhance services, promote electrification, and improve urban mobility.

Proposed Public Transport Budget

1. Recommended Increase

  • Ideal Budget Share: 9% of the total city budget
  • Proposed Budget for Public Transport: ₹1,500 crore

2. Allocation Breakdown (₹1,500 crore)

Category Amount (₹ crore) Percentage of Transit Budget
Bus Fleet Expansion & Electrification 700 46.7%
Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) Expansion 280 18.7%
Multimodal Transport Hubs 200 13.3%
Smart Ticketing & Digital Infrastructure 140 9.3%
Road & Bus Stop Infrastructure 150 10%
Maintenance & Operations 30 2%

Utilization of Funds

  1. Bus Fleet Expansion & Full Electrification by 2030 (₹700 Cr)

    • Accelerate procurement of electric buses, aiming for 65% fleet electrification by 2027.
    • Increase charging stations and smart depots to support a growing e-bus fleet.
    • Phase out older CNG buses and introduce low-emission hybrid buses for transition.
    • Encourage public-private partnerships for fleet financing and maintenance.

  2. BRTS Expansion (₹280 Cr)

    • Extend the BRTS corridor into new areas, enhancing accessibility.
    • Upgrade existing routes with dedicated signal priority for buses.
    • Integrate BRTS with rail, metro and last-mile solutions.

  3. Multimodal Transport Hubs (₹200 Cr)

    • New mobility hubs at major intersections for easy public transit transfers.
    • Parking, bicycle-sharing stations, and pedestrian-friendly areas for urban mobility.
    • Improve last-mile connectivity with e-rickshaws and feeder buses.

  4. Smart Ticketing & Digital Infrastructure (₹140 Cr)

    • Launch full digital ticketing integration across all modes (AMTS, BRTS, Metro).
    • Introduce AI-based traffic and fleet management systems for efficiency.
    • Improve real-time passenger information systems.

  5. Road & Bus Stop Infrastructure (₹150 Cr)

    • Upgrade bus shelters with better lighting, seating, and digital displays.
    • Expand pedestrian pathways and cycling lanes for transit accessibility.
    • Implement green corridors around public transport hubs to reduce emissions.

  6. Maintenance & Operations (₹30 Cr)

    • Strengthen workforce training programs for drivers and maintenance staff.
    • Enhance cleaning and sanitation for all public transport vehicles.
    • Improve service reliability with real-time fleet monitoring.

Expected Impact

✔ Faster progress toward a fully electric bus fleet by 2030
✔ Reduced traffic congestion and better public transit adoption
✔ Expanded and more efficient BRTS network for commuters
✔ Seamless integration between bus, metro, and last-mile transport
✔ Increased safety, comfort, and accessibility for passengers
✔ Ahmedabad emerging as a leader in urban sustainable mobility

By allocating ₹1,500 crore (9% of the city's budget) in 2026-27, Ahmedabad will move closer to a modern, efficient, and green public transport system that meets the city's growing mobility needs.


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