Ashok Leyland, the flagship commercial vehicle subsidiary of the Hinduja Group, has won a major order worth ₹668.76 crore from Tamil Nadu State Transport Undertakings (TNSTU) for 1,937 buses, reinforcing its leadership in the Indian bus market.
Order Composition and Delivery Schedule
The order includes a mix of AIS 153 compliant BS VI diesel-fueled chassis and fully built buses, serving town, mofussil (rural), and State Express Transport Corporation (SETC) operations:
| Category | Quantity | Delivery Timeline |
| BS VI diesel chassis & Low Floor fully built buses | 1,701 | Oct 2025 – Mar 2026 |
| Semi low floor diesel BS VI fully built buses | 236 | Sep 2026 – Jan 2027 |
Technological Features
The buses will be equipped with Ashok Leyland’s iGen6 BS VI technology, offering:
- Enhanced battery and alternator systems to support Intelligent Transport Management Systems (ITMS)
- Electronic Stability Control in high-speed mofussil and SETC buses
- Automatic transmission in urban low-entry and semi low floor buses
- Air suspension and optimized floor heights for better ride quality
- Wheelchair ramps for improved accessibility
Market Position
Ashok Leyland is:
- The 4th largest bus manufacturer globally
- India’s largest bus manufacturer by volume
- A long-standing partner of TNSTU, with over 21,000 buses already in operation
Executive Comments
Madhavi Deshmukh, National Sales Head–MHCV, said:
“This order win reinforces our dedication to creating efficient and technologically advanced products that exceed our customers’ expectations and support the growth of public transportation.”
Mohan K, Head Bus–MHCV, added:
“These advanced buses, equipped with the latest safety, technology, and comfort features, underscore our commitment to delivering reliable, efficient, and safe mobility solutions.”
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