Punjab Transport Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced on Monday that the state will add 100 new ‘PRTC JUNIOR’ buses to the PEPSU Road Transport Corporation (PRTC) fleet by mid-September. This initiative aims to improve public transportation accessibility in rural areas. The announcement was made following a review meeting with senior officials from the Punjab transport department, where they assessed ongoing infrastructure improvements and service expansions. These midi buses are being manufactured and delivered by Eicher.
During the high-level review session, Transport Minister Harpal Singh Cheema specifically directed the transport department to introduce innovative ideas aimed at further elevating the quality of public transport services. He emphasised the critical importance of simultaneously increasing revenue streams to ensure the long-term financial stability and operational strengthening of both PRTC and PUNBUS. Underlining the state government’s push to revamp public transit, he announced that 1,279 new buses are being added to the state fleet.
He said, “This will increase the number of government buses from 2,267 to 3,546, marking the largest addition in 20 years and taking Punjab closer to becoming the country’s top-performing state.”
Punjab Government Enhances Airport Connectivity
The Transport Minister announced that the Bhagwant Mann Government is improving transportation options for non-resident Indians (NRIs), international travelers, and daily commuters. As part of this initiative, the government has introduced 15 premium airport buses, including Volvo coaches, operating from Jalandhar and Ludhiana to Delhi Airport. This development aims to dismantle the influence of the transport mafia, thereby facilitating easier travel for all users.
