Prashant Kumar
About Prashant Kumar
Prashant Kumar is a Co-Founder at zingbus, where he focuses on sustainable transportation solutions. He has previously held leadership roles at TipiHomes, ZipGo, OYO Rooms, and Flipkart, and he is committed to advancing electrification in intercity mobility.
Work at zingbus
Prashant Kumar has been serving as Co-Founder at zingbus since 2019. Under his leadership, the company focuses on enhancing intercity transportation through innovative solutions. He is actively involved in initiatives aimed at improving public transportation infrastructure, particularly in the realm of electric mobility. His role includes collaborating with various stakeholders to advance the company's mission of providing sustainable transportation options.
Previous Experience in Transportation and Mobility
Before joining zingbus, Prashant Kumar held several key positions in the transportation sector. He worked as Co-Founder at TipiHomes for eight months in 2015-2016, and later as Category Head at ZipGo from 2017 to 2019. His experience also includes a role as Business Development Manager at OYO Rooms and as a Supply Chain Analyst at Flipkart. These positions have contributed to his expertise in business development and operational management within the mobility industry.
Education and Expertise
Prashant Kumar earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provides him with a strong analytical foundation, which he applies in his current role in the transportation sector. His expertise encompasses sustainable mobility solutions and the electrification of transportation.
Sustainable Transportation Initiatives
Prashant Kumar is committed to promoting sustainable transportation solutions. He is involved in launching India's first shared intercity electric cabs and is focused on providing high-speed public charging stations on Indian highways. His current projects include studying the feasibility of deploying over 120 electric taxis across more than 40 cities, aiming to enhance intercity mobility while reducing environmental impact.
Collaboration with Stakeholders
In his role at zingbus, Prashant Kumar works closely with various stakeholders in the transportation ecosystem. This includes original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), charge point operators (CPOs), financiers, and private bus operators. He assists these operators in obtaining financing for electric vehicles, facilitating the transition to more sustainable transportation options.