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GreenCell Mobility deploys 150 electric buses in Ayodhya
Mumbai: GreenCell Mobility, a pioneering electric mobility solutions provider, is proud to announce that the Director of Urban Transport selected Greencell Mobility as a partner to deploy 150 intra-city electric buses to Ayodhya for the momentous Ram Mandir consecration ceremony. This fleet will play a crucial role in providing intra-city transportation service to an estimated two million devotees within Ayodhya from mid-January to the end of February, including the day of the ceremony and the surrounding days, marking a significant period for pilgrims and believers.
As a company at the forefront of sustainable transportation, GreenCell Mobility is honoured to provide its buses for hundreds of thousands of passengers in need of public transportation during this event where over 2.5 crore devotees are expected to visit the city till March’24, making Ayodhya an eco-friendly tourist hub! The use of these 150 electric buses is a testament to the commitment towards environmentally friendly solutions, significantly reducing carbon footprint by avoiding approximately over 600 tonnes of tailpipe emissions per month. These buses were flagged off in Ayodhya by Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on 14 January’24.
GreenCell Mobility CEO & MD Devndra Chawla stated, “We are humbled and excited to be part of Ayodhya becoming an eco-friendly tourist hub, as we deploy our buses in the city. Our mission has always been to promote sustainable transportation solutions, and the government’s decision to utilize electric buses for this grand occasion aligns perfectly with our vision. It’s not just about ferrying passengers; it’s about being a part of a collective journey towards a cleaner and greener future.”
The use of electric buses during this event is a significant step towards promoting electric mobility in India and showcasing the practicality and efficiency of electric buses in managing large-scale public transport needs, especially during such significant cultural and religious events.
GreenCell Mobility has deployed over 700 buses in UP, saving over 22,000 tonnes of tailpipe emissions annually. With these 150 buses in Ayodhya, GreenCell Mobility is looking forward to further strengthen the brand’s partnership with the state and help to achieve its goals of electrifying public transport.
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IndiGo appoints captain Rohit Rikhye as head of operations control centre
Leadership change follows dgca penalties and december flight disruptions
MUMBAI: IndiGo has appointed Captain Rohit Rikhye as the new head of its operations control centre (OCC). The appointment, effective immediately following an internal announcement on Friday, sees Rikhye take over from Jason Herter. He will report directly to the chief operating officer (COO), Isidre Porqueras.
Captain Rikhye brings over 11 years of experience within IndiGo to the role. He previously served as chief pilot for standards, QA, and ops safety. In his new position, he is responsible for the airline’s central nerve centre, overseeing flight operations, including real-time coordination, planning, and dispatch; tracking and compliance, ensuring all flights adhere to air traffic control and safety regulations; and resource management, handling crew scheduling and rostering across the network.
The leadership transition comes after a period of significant operational challenges in December 2025. These lapses resulted in strict intervention from the directorate general of civil aviation (DGCA) in January 2026.
According to statements made by additional solicitor general Chetan Sharma on behalf of the civil aviation ministry, the regulator imposed penalties totalling Rs 22 crore on the airline. The regulatory response also led to the dismissal of a senior vice-president to address the systemic issues identified during the disruptions.
The OCC is critical to the airline’s daily performance, managing everything from flight paths to crew availability. By appointing a veteran from the safety and standards division, IndiGo aims to strengthen its regulatory compliance and ensure operational stability moving forward.
