Plan to issue pink, blue, and orange passes. Card based bus travel in final stages.
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Card based bus travel in final stages
Preparations to issue pink, blue, and orange passes for free and concessional travel on DTC and cluster buses in Delhi have reached final stages. Transport Department officials have finalized the terms and conditions for issuing pink, blue, and orange National Common Mobility Cards (NCMCs).
Details of each trip made using these three cards, issued for different categories of passengers, will be recorded in software through EVMs (electronic ticketing machines), and compensation will be paid to DTC based on this.
DTC had issued an RFP (Request for Proposal) for the issuance of these three-colored travel cards, but several banks requested further information from the department. After discussing these issues in a pre-bid meeting, these were resolved and a new RFP has been issued with new terms and conditions.
The process of selecting banks for issuing cards has been started. Facility of auto top-up will be available. The hassle of repeatedly topping up the blue coloured card issued by DTC for general passengers will also be eliminated. The facility of auto top-up will also be provided by the bank. This card will be linked to the bank account. After this, as soon as there is low balance in it, auto top-up will be done with the decided amount.
Traveling to Thawe and Siliguri will be luxurious: The Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC) has launched two new luxury bus services on a PPP model. These buses will run from Patna to Siliguri (for Sikkim and Darjeeling) and from Patna to Gopalganj (for Thawe Temple). This has made travel to North Bihar and Northeast India affordable, easy, and comfortable. This is the first time the government has launched direct services on these routes.
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How Traveling to Thawe and Siliguri will be luxurious?
Bihar: The Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC) has taken a major step to facilitate tourists and promote tourism in the state. The corporation has launched two new interstate and one inter-district luxury bus services under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
The new services will make travel to religious sites in Northeast India and North Bihar easier and more comfortable. Bihari tourists traveling to Sikkim, Darjeeling, and Gangtok, as well as pilgrims visiting the Thawe Temple, will benefit from this service.
The corporation operates buses on two routes. Two buses, an up-and-down 2×2 luxury sleeper bus, departing from R Block, Patna, at 7:30 pm via Purnia and Kishanganj (via Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, and Darbhanga) to Siliguri, and returning to Patna via Kishanganj and Purnia at 6:30 pm.
The fare for this bus is ₹900 per passenger. Additionally, a 2×2-seater luxury bus from Patna to Gopalganj will depart from R Block at 3:30 pm via Patna, Masrakh, Malmalia, and Siwan to Thawe and Gopalganj, and return from Gopalganj to Patna at 5:40 am. The fare is ₹250.
Benefits of Bus Operations(Traveling to Thawe and Siliguri will be luxurious)
Since the launch of this bus service, travel to major religious and tourist destinations in Northeast India has become more accessible, affordable, and comfortable for the people of North Bihar and throughout Bihar. In particular, Bihari tourists traveling to popular hill stations and scenic destinations like Sikkim, Gangtok, Darjeeling, Pelling, Lachung-Lachen, Gurudongmar Lake, and Yumthang Valley are now able to reach their destinations directly by bus, avoiding the hassles of long train journeys or expensive flights.
Furthermore, the launch of this bus service is providing unprecedented benefits to pilgrims traveling to and from the famous Thawe Temple (Gopalganj). Their journey has now become more convenient, economical, and less tiring than ever before.
Bus Numbers to Increase
Nand Kishore, General Manager of the Tourism Development Corporation, stated that for the first time, the Bihar government has launched direct bus services on these two routes. Previously, passengers traveling on these routes had to change to buses operated by private operators.
He also stated that after the successful operation of the bus service, if the number of tourists increases, the number of buses will be increased. For bus bookings or related information, the public can contact the Tourism Department’s toll-free number (8544418314) as Traveling to Thawe and Siliguri will be luxurious.
More than 2,000 people have ridden it so far in double-decker bus running on the Ganga Path.
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Double-decker bus running on the Ganga Path
Patna. The double-decker bus running on Patna’s Marine Drive continues to be a popular attraction. Local residents and tourists are thoroughly enjoying the service and showering it with praise. This initiative by the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation is proving highly popular. The ride from Digha Ghat to Kangan Ghat on the JP Ganga Path, the 360-degree view from the upper deck, the breeze, and the historical sites make it a truly special experience.
According to information received from the Bihar Tourism Development Corporation, 2,245 tourists have ridden the double-decker bus running on the JP Ganga Path, generating revenue of ₹2,14,900.
The Bus and Its Features
This double-decker bus has 40 seats, with 20 air-conditioned seats on the lower deck and 20 on the upper deck. It also has a toilet, refrigerator, and a guide who provides information about the sights along the route. The one-way fare is ₹50 per person, while the round-trip fare is ₹100 per person.
Operates from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
This bus currently operates from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. It takes tourists from Digha to the J.P. Ganga Path, visiting historical sites such as Golambar, Sabhyata Dwar, Darbhanga House, Gandhi Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Chitragupta Temple, and Kangan Ghat. During the winter season, the bus will operate from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, allowing tourists to enjoy a cool, sun-warmed ride along the Ganga Path.
The number of double-decker buses will increase
Department officials say that if the buses are successfully operated and receive a positive response, the number of buses will be increased. Currently, one bus is in operation, carrying a total of 40 passengers at a time, enjoying Marine Drive. The double-decker bus was launched in September by the Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation.
Non-stop bus service available to 10 districts for reaching Agra and Mathura from Noida International Airport. To know, “Is it a government or bank holiday today or tomorrow?” visit our homepage.
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How to reach Agra and Mathura from Noida International Airport
Noida International Airport: A major step has been taken towards expanding tourism and improving passenger convenience in Uttar Pradesh. Even before the opening of Noida International Airport (NIA), preparations have intensified to launch direct non-stop bus services from here to 10 districts of Uttar Pradesh.
A new agreement between Yamuna International Airport Limited (YAPL) and the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) has opened the door to making travel more convenient and easy for passengers.
This initiative will not only provide seamless connectivity to travelers from Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh, but will also boost the state’s tourism sector. Access to historical and religious sites like the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, and Mathura-Vrindavan will now be easy and budget-friendly.
Direct Connection to 10 Districts – A Major Benefit for Travelers
Under this agreement, Noida International Airport is being connected to various cities in Uttar Pradesh and NCR through direct bus services. These cities include Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Agra, Aligarh, Mathura-Vrindavan, Hathras, Hapur, Bulandshahr, Farrukhabad, Firozabad, Moradabad, Shikohabad. Non-stop buses on these routes will save passengers time and help them reach their destinations directly from the airport without any hassle.
There is already a lot of excitement about Noida International Airport, and the new bus connectivity plan has further increased this excitement. This facility will be a great relief for those living in Delhi-NCR who frequently visit religious and historical sites. Now, no one will have to change multiple modes of transport to reach Mathura-Vrindavan, Agra, Aligarh, Hathras, or Ghaziabad. Direct buses from the airport will take passengers seamlessly to their cities.
A major boost to the tourism industry – a benefit to the local economy
According to Christoph Schnellmann, CEO of Yaple, this partnership will add a new dimension to transportation facilities in the state. He stated that the launch of these non-stop bus routes will provide passengers with more comfortable and cost-effective travel. This will also enhance the airport’s utility and make it easier for people to reach their cities to reach Agra and Mathura from Noida International Airport.
The new bus service will significantly benefit Uttar Pradesh’s tourism sector. Foreign and domestic tourists traveling to the Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri, Mathura’s temples, Vrindavan’s ashrams, or other religious sites will now be able to easily reach their destinations by boarding a bus directly from Noida International Airport.
This connectivity will not only provide convenience to travelers but will also provide a major boost to the state’s tourism industry. Economic activity is expected to increase in all sectors—the hotel industry, taxi services, local guides, tour operators, handicraft businesses, and local businesses.
