UPSRTC to Deploy 2,250 Additional Buses for Maha Kumbh from February 15 to 17
The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) will deploy 2,250 additional buses for Maha Kumbh from February 15 to 17 to accommodate the large number of devotees traveling to Prayagraj.
This step aims to ensure smooth and efficient transportation during the last phase of Maha Kumbh, which runs from February 8 to 27.
With this addition, UPSRTC is focused on providing reliable, safe, and timely travel for millions of pilgrims attending the sacred event.
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Transport Plan for the Last Phase of Maha Kumbh
UPSRTC has divided the transport operations into three phases for better management. The last phase of Maha Kumbh is expected to witness the highest number of devotees, making the deployment of additional buses crucial.
Bus Deployment Overview
| Phase | Duration | Buses Deployed |
|---|---|---|
| Phase 1 | January 10 – 20 | 2,500 buses |
| Phase 2 | January 21 – February 7 | 2,800 buses |
| Phase 3 | February 8 – 27 | 3,050 + 2,250 additional buses |
Key Arrangements for Additional Buses for Maha Kumbh
- Temporary Bus Stations set up at key points in Prayagraj
- Nodal Officers deployed at all bus terminals for management
- Special Action Plan to handle the holiday rush and large crowds
- Accountability Measures to hold officials responsible for any service disruptions
- Real-time Monitoring for uninterrupted bus services
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Minister of State for Transport, Dayashankar Singh, has emphasized the importance of these arrangements to prevent any inconvenience to devotees during the last and most crowded phase of Maha Kumbh.
The deployment of these additional buses highlights UPSRTC’s commitment to ensuring a seamless travel experience for all devotees attending the Maha Kumbh, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world.
