In an impressive feat of coordination and service, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) operated approximately 5,000 special buses during the Ashadhi Yatra, transporting 9.53 lakh (953,000) devotees to Pandharpur. This initiative, spanning from July 15 to July 21, generated a revenue of ₹28.92 crores.
Key Highlights
- Special Bus Operations: MSRTC ran 5,000 special buses, completing 19,186 trips during the Ashadhi Yatra.
- Devotee Transport: Successfully transported 9.53 lakh devotees to Pandharpur.
- Revenue Generated: Earned ₹28.92 crores in revenue from this operation.
Major Divisions Involved
The maximum bus operations were carried out from six major divisions of the state transport corporation:
- Mumbai Division
- Pune Division
- Nashik Division
- Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Division
- Nagpur Division
- Amravati Division
Temporary Bus Stations
To handle the influx of buses and devotees, four temporary bus stations were established in Pandharpur, ensuring smooth operations and management.
Commitment to Passenger Safety and Satisfaction
Dr. Madhav Kusekar, Vice President and Managing Director of MSRTC, emphasized the dedication of the corporation’s officials and staff in ensuring the safety and satisfaction of all passengers. He reaffirmed MSRTC’s commitment to providing safe, economical, and respectful services to all passengers.
Conclusion
The successful operation of the special bus service during the Ashadhi Yatra highlights MSRTC’s efficiency and dedication to public service, ensuring that thousands of devotees could participate in the pilgrimage with ease and comfort.
Source : msn
