In a bid to improve transportation efficiency and ease congestion in Hyderabad, the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has launched eight new metro buses on June 3, 2024. These buses will serve Route 24E, connecting ECIL X Road to Secunderabad.
TGSRTC New Metro Buses Key Routes and Stops
The new metro buses will traverse several key areas, including:
- AS Rao Nagar
- Sainikpuri
- Shopping Complex
- Ammuguda
- Naga Devatha Temple
- Lal Bazaar
- Karkhana
- JBS
Bus Schedule and Frequency
To enhance accessibility and reduce waiting times, the buses will operate with a frequency of approximately 13 minutes. Here is the detailed schedule:
- From ECIL X Road to Secunderabad:
- First Bus: 5:53 a.m.
- Last Bus: 9:00 p.m.
- From Secunderabad to ECIL X Road:
- First Bus: 6:30 a.m.
- Last Bus: 8:52 p.m.
Official Announcement
TGSRTC Managing Director VC Sajjanar announced the introduction of these new metro buses on the X platform, highlighting it as a significant step towards enhancing public transportation infrastructure in the region.
Enhanced Commuting Experience
This initiative is part of a broader effort to provide a seamless travel experience for commuters in Secunderabad. Additionally, with the Maha Lakshmi scheme offering free bus travel for women in Telangana, residents in Hyderabad can look forward to a more accessible and convenient commuting experience.
The launch of these metro buses is expected to greatly benefit daily commuters by reducing travel time and improving connectivity between key areas in Hyderabad.
Source : thehansindia