Reliance Foundation hands over 25 electric buses to TTD ahead of Brahmotsavams

The buses were formally flagged off by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu at an event in Tirumala on September 16. The initiative comes ahead of the annual Srivari Brahmotsavams, when the hill shrine is expected to witness a substantial increase in pilgrim footfall.

The contribution fulfils a commitment made by Anant Ambani, Executive Director, Reliance Industries Limited, during his visit to Tirumala in June 2026. He had announced that 25 electric buses would be provided to TTD to support environmentally sustainable transportation for devotees.

Following the announcement, Reliance Foundation and TTD worked together to establish the charging infrastructure and other facilities required for operating the fleet. The initiative also involved Jio-bp, which contributed its expertise in electric mobility and EV charging infrastructure, while Reliance Foundation provided philanthropic support.

TTD has said the new buses will strengthen its free public transportation services on Tirumala. According to TTD, the 25 buses donated by Reliance, along with seven electric buses donated by Bharat Biotech Foundation, have increased the number of free buses from 18 to 50, with operations planned across three routes.

The addition of the electric fleet is expected to reduce reliance on conventional fuel-powered vehicles and support TTD’s broader Green Tirumala initiative while providing an additional transport option for the millions of devotees visiting the hill shrine each year.