UPSRTC to Revive 2,500 Off-Road Buses Amid Rising Demand
UPSRTC to bring 2,500 off-road buses back into operation
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The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) plans to reinstate nearly 2,500 off-road buses in response to anticipated increases in passenger traffic. This initiative aligns with appeals from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to boost public transport usage, alongside plans for electric buses in the Noida region.
- 01UPSRTC currently operates over 14,000 buses, with 2,500 off-road buses set to return to service.
- 02An MoU with the Noida Authority will support the introduction of 100 electric buses, with a viability gap funding of ₹20 per km.
- 03UPSRTC is applying for permits on over 1,500 new routes to enhance service alongside private operators.
- 04The initiative aims to modernize the fleet and improve regional connectivity, particularly in the National Capital Region (NCR).
- 05Approximately 18 to 20 lakh passengers use UPSRTC services daily, with women making up about 33% of the ridership.
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In a strategic move to enhance public transport usage, the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) is set to reinstate 2,500 off-road buses. This decision follows appeals from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to encourage more people to utilize public transport. Currently, UPSRTC's fleet consists of over 14,000 buses, and the revival of these off-road buses is part of broader efforts to meet rising passenger demand. Additionally, UPSRTC is preparing to launch 100 electric buses in the Noida region, supported by an MoU with the Noida Authority, which will provide viability gap funding of ₹20 per km against an actual cost of ₹130 per km. This initiative aims to bolster the corporation's presence in the expanding electric public transport sector of the National Capital Region (NCR). UPSRTC is also expediting applications for over 1,500 new routes to improve connectivity, particularly between rural areas and district headquarters. Currently, UPSRTC serves approximately 18 to 20 lakh passengers daily, with women representing about 33% of the total ridership.
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The revival of off-road buses and introduction of electric buses will improve public transport accessibility and modernize the fleet, benefiting commuters in Uttar Pradesh.
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