New Delhi: Rajasthan Chief Secretary V. Srinivas (IAS: 1989: RJ), held 19 meetings with Union Ministers, senior Central government officials and other functionaries during his two-day visit to New Delhi to review the state’s development projects, discuss administrative matters and strengthen coordination with the Centre.
The discussions covered major infrastructure initiatives, including the expansion of Jaipur Metro, the implementation of the PM-eBus Sewa scheme, urban development projects and issues requiring coordination between the Central and Rajasthan governments.
The meetings were held in line with the development priorities of the state government under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma.
Jaipur Metro Expansion Discussed with Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry
During the visit, Srinivas met Satendra Singh, Secretary of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, at Sankalp Bhawan in New Delhi. The meeting reviewed the progress of Jaipur Metro projects and the development of urban transport infrastructure.
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Two major components of Jaipur Metro’s expansion were discussed:
- Badi Chaupar–Transport Nagar extension: The 3.80-km extension is under construction and is intended to expand the existing metro corridor towards Transport Nagar.
- Jaipur Metro Phase 2: The 41-km North–South corridor from Prahladpura to Todi Mod will have 36 stations.
The second phase received Union Cabinet approval in April 2026 at an estimated cost of ₹13,037.66 crore. The project is being implemented by Rajasthan Metro Rail Corporation Limited, a joint venture between the Central and state governments, and is targeted for completion by September 2031.
The proposed corridor will connect important locations such as Sitapura Industrial Area, Jaipur Airport, Tonk Road, SMS Hospital, Ambabari and Vidhyadhar Nagar.
Rajasthan Gets Approval for 1,150 Electric Buses
The implementation of the PM-eBus Sewa scheme was another key subject of discussion.
Rajasthan initially received approval for 675 electric buses across eight cities. An additional 475 buses have since been sanctioned, taking the state’s total approved allocation to 1,150 electric buses across nine cities.
The city-wise allocation is as follows:
- Jaipur: 550 buses
- Jodhpur: 125 buses
- Ajmer: 100 buses
- Kota: 100 buses
- Bikaner: 75 buses
- Bhilwara: 50 buses
- Alwar: 50 buses
- Udaipur: 50 buses
- Sikar: 50 buses
According to reports, the state had received 250 electric buses by then, including 103 for Jaipur City Transport Services Limited (JCTSL). Of these, 58 were operating from the Bagrana depot, while services from the Todi depot were expected to begin subsequently.
Bus Depots and Charging Infrastructure Also Reviewed
The discussions also covered the infrastructure required to operate the expanding electric bus fleet.
The state is developing bus depots, charging stations, electrical connections and other operational facilities to support regular services.
According to the reports:
- Depots have been established at Bagrana, Todi Mor and Sanganer in Jaipur.
- Land has been allocated for additional depots at Ralawata near Goner, Khatwada on Ajmer Road and Achrol on Delhi Road.
- The Centre has approved more than ₹60 crore for charging and other electrical infrastructure.
- More than ₹53 crore has been approved for the civil infrastructure of bus depots.
The state government is also processing the acquisition of 450 additional electric buses and 50 double-decker electric buses under its 2025–26 Budget announcement.
Urban Local Bodies Prepare 100-Day Action Plans
Srinivas also discussed urban development measures being undertaken across Rajasthan.
He informed the Central officials that, following the Chief Minister’s directions, all urban local bodies in the state had prepared 100-day action plans.
The plans focus on improving essential civic facilities and include:
- Sanitation and cleanliness.
- Road development and maintenance.
- Installation and maintenance of streetlights.
- Improvement of other basic civic amenities.
The initiative is intended to provide urban local bodies with time-bound targets for improving public services and local infrastructure.
Jaipur’s ‘Rang De Gulabi’ Initiative Highlighted
The Chief Secretary also briefed the officials about the Jaipur Municipal Corporation’s public participation initiative, ‘Rang De Gulabi’, which focuses on the beautification of the city.
Under its second phase, 617 walls across 150 municipal wards have been covered for beautification.
The initiative forms part of the city’s efforts to improve its public spaces through community participation and urban beautification.
19 Meetings Focus on Centre–State Coordination
On Tuesday, Srinivas met Rachna Shah (IAS: 1991: KL), Secretary of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), to discuss personnel and administrative matters. He also attended a Diwali dinner organised for Indian Administrative Service officers of the Rajasthan cadre.
Across the two-day visit, the Chief Secretary held 19 meetings with Union Ministers, senior Central government officials and other functionaries.
The discussions focused on resolving pending matters related to Rajasthan’s development projects, expediting coordination with Central ministries and advancing the state’s infrastructure and public-service priorities.
