{
  "id": 19903881,
  "title": "₹100 Crore ISBT In Indore Remains Locked Despite Trial Run, Bus Services Yet To Begin At Kumedi Terminal",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/14/100-crore-isbt-in-indore-remains-locked-despite-trial-run-bus",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-14T01:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/indore/100-crore-isbt-in-indore-remains-locked-despite-trial-run-bus-services-yet-to-begin-at-kumedi-terminal"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Despite an investment of over ₹100 crore, the new Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) at Kumedi, near MR-10 in Indore, remains closed and has yet to see regular bus services kick off even two weeks after its trial run. Built by the Indore Development Authority (IDA), the state-of-the-art facility was envisioned to streamline intercity bus movement and offer modern amenities to passengers. However, the gates stay locked, and commuters are yet to enjoy the benefits of this modern infrastructure. The contractor entrusted with running the terminal has failed to complete the necessary preparations. The project has encountered various obstacles. Initially, the terminal's operation was assigned to Atal Indore City Transport Services Limited (AICTSL), which was unable to make it operational and handed the responsibility to a private contractor. After issuing tenders multiple times, the IDA eventually selected a firm, collected the necessary security deposit, and signed a contract. A trial run was announced through a press release, conducted with the help of the Regional Transport Office (RTO), but it did not result in regular operations. RTO official Pradeep Sharma confirmed that bus services from the terminal have not started yet. He attributed the delay to the contractor's failure in completing the required arrangements. Sharma also mentioned that a detailed plan needs to be developed in coordination with the traffic police to ensure seamless bus movement without causing congestion on nearby roads. The terminal is designed to accommodate approximately 80,000 passengers daily and features CCTV surveillance, ample parking, numerous shops, and four large restaurants serving food and other essentials. It also includes space for parking around 1,200 buses and connectivity with a nearby metro station, allowing passengers to utilize metro services for further travel. Despite these advanced facilities, the absence of operational arrangements has hindered the project's success. The IDA is assured that the contractor will complete the pending work, allowing bus services to commence soon.",
  "summary": "Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Despite an investment of more than Rs100 crore, the state-of-the-art Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) at Kumedi, near MR-10, remains unused, with efforts to start regular bus operations making no progress even a fortnight after its trial run. The terminal, developed by the Indore Development Authority (IDA), was expected to streamline intercity bus movement and provide…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}