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MP to revive public bus service after 20 years, details of operation revealed
✍️ India Today
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 09:32 PM
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A Member of Parliament announced the restart of a state‑run bus network that has been dormant for two decades, outlining routes, fares and frequency.
New Delhi — A Member of Parliament has confirmed that a public bus service, inactive for twenty years, will be reinstated. The announcement came during a press briefing where the MP outlined the basic framework for the revived network.
According to the plan, the service will operate on fixed routes covering major urban and peri‑urban areas, with regular intervals to ensure reliability. Fares are expected to be kept low, reflecting the government's intent to provide an affordable transport option for daily commuters.
The revival will utilize existing depots and will be funded through a combination of state allocations and central subsidies. Officials said the schedule will be published shortly, and the first buses are slated to roll out within the next few weeks.
Transport experts view the move as a step toward easing road congestion and reducing reliance on private vehicles, aligning with broader sustainable mobility goals.
The MP urged citizens to adopt the service once it commences, emphasizing its role in improving connectivity and supporting economic activity in the region.
According to the plan, the service will operate on fixed routes covering major urban and peri‑urban areas, with regular intervals to ensure reliability. Fares are expected to be kept low, reflecting the government's intent to provide an affordable transport option for daily commuters.
The revival will utilize existing depots and will be funded through a combination of state allocations and central subsidies. Officials said the schedule will be published shortly, and the first buses are slated to roll out within the next few weeks.
Transport experts view the move as a step toward easing road congestion and reducing reliance on private vehicles, aligning with broader sustainable mobility goals.
The MP urged citizens to adopt the service once it commences, emphasizing its role in improving connectivity and supporting economic activity in the region.