MP Janbus Scheme: The government has decided to run 10,879 modern buses in 25 districts under the ‘Janbus’ scheme. A new era of passenger transportation is about to begin with features like GPS, digital ticketing and real-time monitoring.
The moment of relief has finally come for the passengers of Madhya Pradesh who have been waiting for public bus services for more than two decades. People who have been facing the problem of arbitrariness, unsafe travel and disorganized routes of private buses for a long time, are now standing at the threshold of a new system. After 21 years, the roads of MP will again hear the echo of government buses, as the state government has decided to start a modern and systematic transport system named ‘Janbus’. This step is being considered as a historic change in the direction of passenger convenience and safe travel in the state.
Janbus will run in 25 districts, more than 6 thousand routes approved
A new government company named Passenger Transport and Infrastructure Limited will handle bus operations in the state. The company has approved 6000+ routes in 25 districts. This means that access to government buses will be ensured from big cities to small towns and rural areas. A total of 10,879 government buses will run on these routes, which will provide passengers with new convenience and safety in their daily journeys.
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Buses will be equipped with modern facilities
The new government buses will not be like the old ones. These will include many high-tech facilities—
- GPS tracking
- digital ticketing
- Live monitoring from centralized command center
- Real-Time Security Alert System
- CCTV cameras
- Special provisions for women’s safety
The government claims that this model will provide a convenient travel experience to the passengers and will curb the arbitrariness of private bus operators.
Trial model will start from Indore, implemented in the entire state by 2027
This new transport system will be started from Indore in April 2026. After the success of Indore model, it will be implemented in the entire state in a phased manner. The government aims to have this system fully implemented in every district and division by April 2027. Therefore, the coming two years can prove to be a game changer for the transport system of MP.
Passengers will get relief, it was needed for a long time
Traffic experts believe that the Janbus scheme will-
- travel costs will be controlled
- Timely and safe travel will be ensured
- Bus services will be available regularly even in remote areas
- Will get rid of high fares and insecurity of private buses
Government buses reaching small towns and rural areas will play a big role in increasing connectivity.
Special focus on women safety
Keeping the safety of women passengers in buses as priority-
- cctv
- Real-time tracking
- instant alert system
Such technology is being incorporated. The government says the move will make bus travel safer and more reliable for women.
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