In anticipation of the Sankranti festival rush, the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) has revealed plans to operate 4,484 special buses from January 7 to 15. The initiative is aimed at providing convenient travel options for passengers during the festive season.
TSRTC Sankranti Special Bus Services
- Total Special Buses: 4,484 special buses to be deployed
- Booking Facilities: Passengers can secure their seats in advance through 626 reservation facilities offered by TSRTC
Maha Lakshmi Scheme Implementation
- Applicability: The Maha Lakshmi scheme will be applicable for the special services during the Sankranti period.
- Benefits: The scheme ensures that arrangements are made to accommodate the increased passenger influx.
Comprehensive Arrangements for Passenger Comfort
- Review Meeting: TSRTC MD VC Sajjanar conducted a review meeting with senior officials and RMs at Hyderabad Bus Bhawan.
- Arrangements Include:
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- Public address system
- Drinking water facilities
- Mobile toilets
- Pandals in high-demand areas such as MGBS, JBS, Uppal Cross Roads, Aranmghar, LB Nagar Cross Roads, KPHB, Bowenpally, and Gachibowli
- In-charge Officers: DVM rank officers will be appointed at busy points to ensure the availability of special buses based on demand.
TSRTC Sankranti Special Buses Connectivity
- Destinations Covered: Special buses will run from Hyderabad to various destinations within the State and neighboring states, including Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra.
- Fair Pricing: TSRTC emphasizes that special buses will operate with regular fares, without any additional hike.
Administrative Presence
TSRTC CVO Dr. Ravinder, Executive Directors Munishekhar, Krishnakanth, Venkateshwarlu, CTM (Operations) Jeevan Prasad, CME Raghunath Rao, RMs, and others attended the review meeting.
TSRTC aims to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience for passengers celebrating Sankranti. The strategic deployment of special buses and the implementation of the Maha Lakshmi scheme underscore TSRTC’s commitment to facilitating convenient and affordable transportation during the festive season.
Source : thehansindia
