Building Equitable and Sustainable Urban Mobility

30+

Organisations

20+

Cities Across India

2030

Double Fleet Target

We, the undersigned organisations, proudly endorse Double The Bus — a collective effort calling for urgent investment in India’s public bus systems to ensure transport that is affordable, accessible, and sustainable for all.

We urge state governments and policymakers to:

Increase budgetary allocation for public bus services in cities/towns.

Commit to doubling the bus fleet in all Tier I, II, and III cities with a population of over one million by 2030, in order to meet rising demand and equity goals.

Prioritize modernization, safety, and accessibility in public transport systems to ensure a dignified commuting experience for all.

Our Ask

As supporters of the Double The Bus, we pledge to:

Support efforts to double city bus fleets in our respective regions to meet growing demand and ensure equitable mobility.

Engage with citizens, decision-makers, and media to amplify the stories and needs of public transport users.

Involve our networks in activities such as National Days of Action, storytelling drives, and public petitions.

Collaborate with other organizations and city chapters to share resources, strategies, and ideas to scale impact.

Promote inclusive, climate-friendly mobility solutions that put people — especially marginalized communities — at the center.

Let's Get India Moving — Together in Buses

Join us in this mission to reimagine our cities, center people over cars, and create a cleaner, more just future.

This will be an inclusive, non-disruptive, and non-partisan initiative that seeks to unite rather than divide. Our focus is on solutions, not blame — we do not intend to negatively target any individual, institution, or agency, but instead to work collaboratively towards building a stronger public transport system for all.