The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) is all set to operate 6,000 special TSRTC buses during the Bathukamma and Dasara festivals from October 1 to 15. This initiative aims to accommodate the increased travel demand as people return to their hometowns for the celebrations.
Extensive Coverage Across Hyderabad
- Special buses will operate from various key locations in Hyderabad, including:
- MGBS
- JBS
- LB Nagar
- Uppal
- Aramghar
- KPHB
- Santosh Nagar
- Buses will also be available to Vijayawada, Bangalore, and other destinations via the Gachibowli ORR for IT Corridor employees.
Anticipating Increased Traffic
- TSRTC Managing Director Sajjanar highlighted that this year’s festivities may see more traffic than last year due to the Mahalakshmi scheme implementation.
- Increased traffic is expected on October 9, 10, and 11, as the main Dasara celebration occurs on October 12.
Special Services and Arrangements
- The TSRTC will provide advance reservation facilities for all special buses during the festive season.
- Special services will connect destinations within Telangana and neighboring states such as Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.
Facilities for Travelers
- Officials are instructed to set up:
- Public address systems
- Tents and seating areas
- Drinking water stations
- These facilities will be primarily located in congested areas like LB Nagar, Uppal, Aramghar, KPHB, and Santosh Nagar.
Commitment to Eco-Friendly Travel
- In a bid to promote environmentally friendly transportation, TSRTC plans to utilize new electric super luxury buses on routes to Karimnagar and Nizamabad.
Booking Information
- Passengers are encouraged to make reservations via AbhiBus to secure their travel plans.
Sajjanar emphasized the importance of using these special bus services for safe and convenient travel during the festive season, ensuring all measures are in place to facilitate smooth operations.
Source : newsmeter
