Tata Motors Secures Orders for Over 5,000 Buses from State Transport Undertakings

Tata Motors Limited has received orders for more than 5,000 buses and bus chassis from several State Transport Undertakings (STUs) across India. The orders were awarded through a competitive e-bidding process under the government procurement system and will be delivered in phases.

This large order strengthens the company’s position as a leading provider of public transport and mass mobility solutions in India.

Orders from Multiple State Transport Undertakings

The orders have been placed by several major state transport organisations, including:

• Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC)
• Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC)
• North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC)
• Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC)
• Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC)
• Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC)
• Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC)
• Haryana Roadways
• Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU)

These orders highlight Tata Motors’ strong presence in India’s public transport ecosystem.

Wide Range of Bus Models Ordered

The order includes several models from Tata Motors’ passenger mobility portfolio such as:

• Tata Magna
• Tata Cityride
• Tata Starbus
• Tata Starbus Prime
• Tata LPO 1618
• Tata LPO 1622
• Tata LPO 1822

These buses are designed for intercity, long-distance and city transportation, focusing on passenger comfort, safety and operational efficiency.

Strong Focus on Public Transport Solutions

According to Anand S, Vice President and Head of Commercial Passenger Vehicle Business at Tata Motors Limited, the large order reflects the strong trust placed in the company by various transport authorities.

He noted that Tata Motors buses are built to perform reliably across different terrains and operating conditions. The company also offers lifecycle support services that help transport operators maintain high uptime and serve millions of passengers daily.

Extensive Support and Service Network

To support its vehicles, Tata Motors Limited provides a comprehensive vehicle support program called Sampoorna Seva 2.0, which includes:

• Maintenance and service support
• Quick turnaround times
• Genuine spare parts availability
• Roadside and breakdown assistance

The company also has a wide network of over 4,500 sales and service touchpoints across India.

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About Tata Motors

Part of the Tata Group, Tata Motors Limited is one of India’s largest manufacturers of commercial vehicles, including trucks, buses, pick-ups and utility vehicles.

Tata Motors Share Price Movement

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles share price (NSE: TMPV) closed lower on March 13, declining 3% to ₹314.80 on the National Stock Exchange of India. The stock opened at ₹323 and touched an intraday high of ₹324.15, before slipping to a day’s low of ₹308.50, which also marks its 52-week low. The company currently has a market capitalisation of about ₹1.23 lakh crore, while its 52-week high stands at ₹419. The stock does not currently have a reported P/E ratio or dividend payout.

Conclusion

The order for more than 5,000 buses from multiple State Transport Undertakings marks a major milestone for Tata Motors Limited. 

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