Biswajit SVM Chaser

Childhood passions and fascinations generally diminish for many as they grow up, but for few others they have become goals to achieve in life, Biswajit Baruah, Son of Late Dilip Kumar Baruah and Rekha Baruah, a native of Guwahati, Assam has a similar story. A native Assamese staying at Belagavi, Karnataka is an inspired Bus Entrepreneur, Enthusiast, Journalist and a Amateur CV-Photographer.

Buses have been a childhood passion for Biswajit. A product of KLS Gogte Institute of Technology, Belagavi - Biswajit is the founder and CEO of Hive Sustainable Solutions, a Belagavi based start up company, which deals with providing sustainable solutions of bus fleet operations and bus industry as a whole, in India. Biswajit has worked previously as a 'Mentor and Director' of a Bengaluru based start-up 'Bus-Bucket' and its sister concern 'Ozobus' , before starting his own venture - 'Hive' at Belagavi. Biswajit has expertise in Automobile and Bus Journalism. His initial start up initiative of Blog Writing through his Bus Blog took him to work as a freelance 'Consulting Editor' to India's premium Commercial Vehicle Magazine - 'Motor India'. He is also a guest writer for Belagavi's premiere news and current affairs website - 'All About Belgaum'.

Biswajit started his passion as an amateur Bus Photographer and till date have captured more than 100,000 pictures of buses. He is fond of gaining and sharing technical knowledge about mechanics and electronics which drive buses. He also likes heavy commercial vehicles like trucks, excavators, cranes etc. Biswajit visits expos and exhibitions Pan India to meet people from the bus and CV Industry and to learn about products and latest technologies. His Blog and his facebook page - 'Biswajit - SVM Chaser' is followed by many top bus companies and OEMs for insights and feedback. Biswajit is well known amongst the bus fleet operators in India and is well recognized by the top operators like VRL Travels, SRS Travels and KSRTC in Karnataka, for his views and insights regarding sustainable bus fleet operations and services.

With a Pan-India approach, Biswajit stresses on the required effort for sustainable bus transport in India. He believes that Passenger Service and the Bus Crew Category is the most sought area, which needs urgent attention to bring streamline development in bus services across the country. He is currently working in the fields of Smart Mobility, Bus Codes, Inter-Modal Transport, Sustainable Transport, Biofuel Drivelines, Zero Carbon footprint initiatives, ITS (Intelligent Transport Systems), MaaS (Mobility as a Service), Big Data, PPP (Public Private Partnership), Smart Ticketing, Contactless Payments, Electric Drivelines, Smart City Initiatives, Passenger Safety and Security, Digital Solutions for Vehicle Maintenance and Monitoring.

Biswajit have been highlighted by various print and digital media in the country for his passion for buses, which includes - 'The New Indian Express', 'Times Of India', 'All About Belgaum', 'Scania India Blog', 'Vijayavani Karnataka (VRL Media)', 'Darshan Belgaum', and 'Vijay Karnataka'. He was felicitated by Rotary Club of Dharwad Central, Karnataka for his outstanding contribution to the Bus Industry especially in the areas of sustainable transport solutions. Biswajit, won the Indian Achiever's Award for the 'Promising Start Up' Category in 2022, adding another achievement to his tally.

Apart from India, Biswajit is followed by and contacted by top bus experts from European countries like Sweden, Germany, Belgium, Norway, Finland and Asian Countries like Bangladesh, China, Nepal and Indonesia. With a zeal for his passion for buses and commercial vehicle industry, Biswajit have dared to dream big on his entrepreneur ventures to develop Indian Bus Industry, encompassing whole of India.

Zhongtong Navigator Biaxle LCK6129H

Vehicle Body :

Monocoque body construction : light weight, low consumption
Upto 51+1+1 high class seats
Reliable sound damping and heat insulating devices are fitted in the engine compartment and rear axle compartment
The vehicle sides are zinc-coated panel using rolling and stretching technologies
Chasis and underframe use wax spraying and ingesting technologies, which enables them to be erosion resistant
Easily-opened front access door and well arranged inside parts provide a convenient way to do the inspection or repair work
Electrically powered front visor can efficiently prevent violet sunshine
Aluminium-made entrance door and luggage compartment door reduces the vehicle dead weight

Interior Trim :

Fully closed luxurious luggage rack with roomy space and access door
Air outlets are helpful in refreshing and evenly distributing the interior air
Special Air Conditioner and Video and Audio equipment are fitted in the driver zone to offer more easeful driving environment
Integral defroster duct has a better defrosting effect
The instrument console is of built up construction, whose tumble panel design on the upper part gives the utmost consideration to maintainability and serviceability of the electrical parts inside
Sink type washroom does save considerable interior space

Chasis Layout :

Solenoid clutch, the rotating speed of engine fan can be adjusted according to the temperature of the engine and intercooler air pipe, thereby possibly reducing fuel consumption
Over 6 air bags do well enhance the roll stiffness and guarantee a stable turning
Front independent suspension system does ensure the front wheels have excellent ground grip performance and efficiently reduce the impact load from the ground
Use of disc brake offers a better heat fading performance
ABS/ASR control system helps improve safety
Engine Collision avoids avoidance system is fitted in the rear part
Self-extinguishing units are installed in the engine compartment
CAN bus dashboard is responsible for integral data display of the whole vehicle and engine, featuring high accuracy, reliability and utilization
Imported socket connectors and relays

Inputs from : http://www.chinabuses.org/

Here are some pics which i captured of the Zhongtong Navigator Biaxle LCK6129H in BUS WORLD 2013 held in Mumbai, Maharashtra (India).

Scania has flagged off SVLLConnect Scania Metrolink HD 14.5 mtr Multiaxle coach in Mumbai, today. The initial route to be covered by SVLL is Mumbai - Surat - Mumbai. Bearing a 410 HP - 13 litre engine, fitted with automatic gear transmission termed as "Scania Opticruise", Scania promises a bright and a competitive future on Indian highways.
SVLL (Siddhi Vinayak Logistics Limited) is also stated to come with Scania Multiaxles on Mumbai - Pune and Surat - Mumbai - Bangalore routes soon.

Pic Source : www.scania.in

SVLL (Siddhi Vinayak Logistic Limited) has started its SVLL Connect Scania Multiaxle on Surat - Mumbai - Surat from today. Here are some pics of the inauguration ceremony being contributed by Harshavardhan Singh Rathod from Surat (Gujarat).

SRM B9R Multiaxle VOLVO resting at Madiwala Parking in Bangalore

AEON Connect - A new operator from Cochin, Kerala is introducing Scania Metrolink HD 14.5 mtr Multiaxle Coach on Hyderabad - Ernakulam route.

Salient fetaures of the coach are :

Bus Hostess
Complimentary Snacks and Beverages
Live GPS maps

Pic Credit : Binai Sankar

Kallada National B9R Multiaxle VOLVO doing an erstwhile Chennai - Mumbai route clicked near Halaga, Belgaum.

KSRTC VOLVO B7R Mark 2 Biaxles resting at Bangalore Depot.

SRS starting New Route Bangalore - Ajmer - Pushkar (Brahma Temple) - Multiaxle VOLVO B9R Semi Sleeper, from 11th April 2014.
This is one of the longest route to be covered by a bus in India : 2050 kms (one way).
Cheers to SRS :)

For more info, and for online booking, log in : http://www.srsbooking.com/

National Chandni B9R Multiaxle VOLVO resting in National Park, Borivali (E), Mumbai, after its overnight journey from Bangalore.

The salient features of VOLVO 6x2 Multiaxle Intercity Bus are as follows :

- The 13.7 meter length fully built bus developed exclusively for public transport. The said buses are provided with multiaxle which enhances the comfort level for long distance travel.
- Full air suspension, fitted with two air bellows in the front and six air bellows in the rear to offer a high degree of ride comfort.
- This bus is provided with good branded "carrier" make air conditioner with excellent cooling effect to make the journey comfortable and cool.
- The bus is provided with 53 no's ergonomically designed executive, comfortable, reclining luxurious passenger seats.
- The passenger saloon is provided with ultra modern interiors, reclining hi tech passenger seats, imported floor carpeting, high mounted 2 LCD TV's of 26" & 17" to have better viewing pleasure for passengers.
- Emergency Door is provided on right hand side of the bus for more safety to passengers.
- The window glasses are toughened and provide clear vision to the passengers.
- Front panel is designed to increase the driver's vision area and aesthetic look of the bus.
- 10 Cu mtr luggage space is provided under passenger seating area.
- The bus is fitted with 340 HP powerful, fuel efficient and electronically controlled VOLVO D9B engine with a turbocharger and intercooler, Euro III compliant.

Inputs from : KSRTC Official website : http://www.ksrtc.in/site/

KSRTC Mercedes Benz Multiaxle at KSRTC Depot 2 - Bangalore

National Shama B9R Multiaxle VOLVO resting at National Park, Borivali (E), Mumbai, after its overnight journey from Bangalore.

Sharma B9R I-Shift Multiaxle VOLVO Automatic Transmission cruising down NH4.

KSRTC Airavat Bliss B9R Multiaxle VOLVO - with In-Bus Pantry and Chemical Toilet

The salient features of Airavat Bliss are :

Dashboard controls for all cubicle sections
Vacant, Occupied & Disabled Status with display light
Auto flush if the passenger has left the toilet without flushing
Hand wash system with '10 seconds' water saving operation
Easy to operate system to help clean out waste
The onboard pantry with coffee maker, oven and freezer is designated to facilitate hot pre packaged food as well as tea, coffee and milk
In-Bus Entertainment 60 plus live channels on individual seats and Wi-Fi on the move

Inputs from : KSRTC official website : http://www.ksrtc.in/site/

Here is a pic that i clicked of the interior lighting on board SRS B9R Multiaxle VOLVO.

SRS B9R Multiaxle VOLVO Bangalore - Jalore departs on its way to Jalore from Belgaum, while a VRL B9R Multiaxle VOLVO awaits departure in front of VRL Belgaum Office.

NWKRTC Airavat Gold Class B9R Multiaxle VOLVO doing Belgaum - Pune - Nashik caught near Kakti (Belgaum) in the evening while cruising on NH4.

VRL B9R Multiaxle VOLVO KA25 C 8320 Clicked Near Halaga, Belgaum (Karnataka).

Seabird B9R Multiaxle VOLVO doing Mumbai - Bangalore caught racing with a BMW 320D on Mumbai - Pune Expressway, near Talegaon Toll Plaza.

Passengers in queue to put their luggage in luggage space before boarding the coach at National Katraj Office, Pune.

New Canara Pinto B9R Multiaxles now bear Nityadhar Stickering like the Old Red B9R's - indicating Sagar travels Mangalore Ownership.

Pic Source : http://www.canarapinto.com/

Interviewed by New Indian Express

On 3rd of September 2014, i was being interviewed by The New Indian Express Newspaper, in Belgaum (Karnataka) about my hobby of clicking and sharing pictures of Scania, VOLVO and Mercedes benz Buses. On 4th of September 2014, The New Indian Express shared my interview and thoughts about the same in their Belgaum edition. It was one of the most happiest moments in my life. I was happy that my hard work paid off with a good public support. Click on the above The New Indian Express Logo to read my interview.

Interviewed by Times of India

On 2nd June, 2015, I was being interviewed by Times of India Newspaper, in Belgaum (Karnataka), about my hobby and passion of clicking and sharing pics, and technical information on Scania, VOLVO and Mercedes Benz Buses, Trucks and other Heavy Commercial Vehicles. On 7th June 2015, Times of India Hubballi (Hubli) edition shared my interview. Being interviewed and focused into limelight for the second time, was a matter of great honor for me and for my passion. I was not only happy to see the good wishes coming in from my friends and my professors in college. But the enormous support from the people of transport and vehicle manufacturing industry in India and nice public support, have really inspired me to go ahead with my entrepreneur goals in life. Click on the above Times of India logo to read my interview.

Interviewed by Vijayavani Karnataka

Vijayavani is a part of the prestigious VRL group of Karnataka, which has VRL Travels also a part of its empire. My passionate story of my passion for Buses and Heavy Commercial Vehicles was well written by Vijayavani and i would like to thank them from my core of my heart for highlighting me and keeping my story in front of people. My story getting published in Kannada is a matter of happiness for me. Reaching to the public of State of Karnataka is a great joy for me, as i feel its the State of Karnataka - the land of VOLVO and Scania which have helped me to stand on my foot with success and so much of support from general public. Click on the above logo to read my interview to Vijayavani