Kohima, May 5, 2026: The Government of Nagaland has signed a landmark Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Tata Motors Limited for the procurement of 43 buses to strengthen services under the Nagaland State Transport (NST) department.
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| Officials from the Nagaland government and Tata Motors exchange documents after signing an MoA for procurement of 43 buses to strengthen NST services in Kohima. (Image: DIPR Nagaland) |
The agreement, signed at the Nagaland Civil Secretariat in Kohima, introduces a structured deferred payment model, enabling the state to acquire the fleet without immediate heavy financial burden. The total project cost of ₹13 crore will be paid in three installments over three years—starting with a ₹5 crore mobilization advance, followed by ₹4 crore in each of the next two years.
Officials stated that all 43 buses are expected to be delivered within three months, providing an immediate boost to NST’s fleet capacity. The expansion is anticipated to improve operational efficiency, enhance service coverage across urban and rural areas, and increase revenue generation.
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The new buses are also expected to improve passenger safety, comfort, and reliability, while strengthening last-mile connectivity and reducing disruptions caused by the existing aging fleet. The initiative will further enhance both inter-district and interstate transport connectivity.
Described as a first-of-its-kind structured procurement model between Tata Motors and a government entity, the agreement marks one of the largest fleet expansion efforts undertaken by NST.
The tripartite agreement was signed in the presence of Chief Secretary Sentiyanger Imchen. Signatories included Er. Merangkaba Imchen (NST), Ketoulhou Metha (Finance Department), and Ajay Gupta, Deputy General Manager (Sales & Marketing), representing Tata Motors.
