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MSRTC to run 5,220 extra buses for Ganesh Festival rush
The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will operate 5,220 additional bus services on Konkan routes from September 7 to 25 to handle the Gauri-Ganpati festive rush. Group bookings open from August…
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The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will operate 5,220 additional bus services on Konkan routes from September 7 to 25 to handle the Gauri-Ganpati festive rush. Group bookings open from August 10 for groups of at least 40 passengers, the Times of India reports. Women and senior citizens get a 50% fare concession, while Amrit Senior Citizen Scheme beneficiaries travel free.
Extra buses will start from major depots in Mumbai, Thane and Palghar divisions. Senior officials will supervise round-the-clock at key stations, and mobile maintenance teams will be deployed along Konkan highways to fix vehicle issues promptly.
The Indian Opinion
The usual narrative of festive travel chaos will now be tested against MSRTC's claim of 5,220 extra buses. Cynics dismiss government plans as paper tigers, but the corporation has named specific dates and a group booking system from August 10. The real test: will buses actually run on time and will the mobile repair teams prevent breakdowns on the highway? Watch for passenger reports from the first weekend.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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