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MSRTC to Add 200 State-of-the-Art Volvo Buses, Challenging Private Operators
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News18•21-09-2026, 10:43
MSRTC to Add 200 State-of-the-Art Volvo Buses, Challenging Private Operators
- •Good news for passengers: MSRTC is set to induct 200 state-of-the-art Volvo buses, offering an alternative to private travel.
- •A tender process worth approximately 944 crore rupees has been initiated to provide quality facilities, comfortable seating, and online booking.
- •Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik stated this is the first time MSRTC will induct such a large number of Volvo buses into its fleet.
- •Routes will be determined based on demand for private luxury buses on inter-state and intra-state routes, considering passenger numbers and economic viability.
- •Emphasis will be on digital booking, with ticket reservation available through MSRTC's online system and private digital travel platforms.
Key Questions Answered
The MSRTC has initiated a tender process to induct 200 state-of-the-art Volvo buses into its fleet, with bids worth approximately 944 crore rupees submitted. This includes 170 seater buses and 30 sleeper buses.
Tata Motors submitted the lowest bid for the five thousand ordinary buses, ensuring no compromise on bus quality during the fleet expansion.
Passengers will be able to book tickets from home using mobile devices via MSRTC's official online reservation system as well as private digital travel platforms, eliminating the need to visit bus stations.
