Take e-bikes, e-autos from outside CR stns

MUMBAI:WITH the increase in use of bicycles to maintain social distancing amid Covid-19 pandemic, the Central Railway (CR) will soon be introducing electric bicycles outside railway stations in the city. To provide last-mile connectivity and reduce carbon emissions, electric autorickshaws will also be introduced.

“Electric vehicles are a step forward in reducing carbon emissions. Along with e-autorickshaws, we will also be introducing the electric bicycles in order to promote social distancing,” a CR spokesperson said.

The e-bikes will be introduced outside Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Kurla railway stations, whereas, electric autorickshaws will be introduced outside Ghatkopar and Kurla railway stations. Later, the autorickshaws will also be introduced outside Bhandup, Mulund and Thane railway stations.

Passengers will be able to book the cycles and autorickshaws in advance through a mobile application before reaching the railway station. The zonal railway has floated tender for the mobile application. However, the fares and mode of payment have not been finalised yet.