Berhampur: State’s commerce and transport minister Bibhuti Bhusan Jena on Saturday launched 25 electric buses for eight routes from Chhatrapur in Ganjam district. While 23 eco-friendly buses inaugurated in the first phase, two more buses will be inducted subsequently.Bus services will be provided from Chhatrapur to Maa Shyamalai, Hinjili (5), Rambha (4), temporary bus-stand in Berhampur( 4), Gopalpur beach (2), Maa Tara Tarini, Sonepur and Regidi Chowk will get each two buses.Jena said students, working class, visitors will benefit through the services. “The service will boost tourism, local business and improve economic condition of local people,” he said. Among others, Chhatrapur MLA Krushna Nayak and Ganjam collector Keerthi Vasan V were present at the event.