Indian RTC unions oppose GCC model for electric bus operations and plan to intensify protests

Unions representing Road Transport Corporation workers in India are opposing the Gross Cost Contract (GCC) model being used for electric bus operations. The unions have announced plans to intensify their agitation against the model, as reported by The Hindu.

Why it matters: The GCC model is the dominant procurement framework for e bus deployment across Indian states, so sustained union opposition could delay fleet electrification timelines and alter contract structures for private operators and charging infrastructure providers.