MSRTC Plans Major Luxury Bus Expansion With 200 Volvo AC Buses To Compete With Private Operators On Long Routes
Mumbai: The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) is set to enter the long-distance luxury bus segment in a major way, with plans to induct 200 new air-conditioned Volvo buses into its own fleet. The move is aimed at attracting passengers who currently prefer private sleeper and luxury bus operators for inter-city travel. Fleet To Include Seated And Sleeper Volvo Buses Transport…
The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) is set to make a major expansion into the long-distance luxury bus market, with plans to add 200 new air-conditioned Volvo buses to its fleet. The initiative, spearheaded by Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik and MSRTC chairman, aims to compete with private operators on long routes by offering modern, comfortable, and reliable services.
The new fleet will consist of 170 seated Volvo buses and 30 sleeper buses, designed to cater to passenger demand on journeys exceeding 250 km. MSRTC officials believe that leveraging the corporation's extensive network and passenger trust, combined with these luxurious amenities, can attract a significant number of travelers back to the state-run service.
The corporation plans to offer both day and night services, with 45-seat buses for daytime journeys and sleeper services for longer overnight routes. To ensure passenger convenience, MSRTC intends to make the new services more digitally accessible, allowing booking through private digital travel platforms and mobile reservations.
Additionally, the corporation will engage a private agency to manage hospitality services on the new Volvo services, ensuring a high standard of passenger assistance, cleanliness, and onboard facilities.
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