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The chairman of the Mahindra Group, Anand Mahindra, has hinted that India will probably have its first electric air taxi by next year.
The prototype of the air taxi has been meticulously developed by a pioneering ePlane company established at the prestigious IIT Madras.
Only two passengers will be able to sit in it at a time.
The air taxi, powered by batteries, is designed with a load capacity of 200 kilograms, ensuring efficient transportation capabilities.
The air taxi, which operates entirely on battery power, has an amazing range of 160 to 200 kilometers on a single charge.
The air taxi, which is equipped with innovative technology, will easily reach an average flying speed of 200 kilometers per hour.
The main initiative aims to reduce road traffic congestion. The air taxi is anticipated to provide "up to a 10x faster intra-city commute." It can also be used to convey cargo.