MP Cabinet Approves Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva
Madhya Pradesh Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, has approved the launch of Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva, a new scheme aimed at delivering organised, convenient, and safe bus transport on both urban and rural routes. The decision was announced following a cabinet meeting held on Tuesday.
Urban Administration Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya, briefing the media, emphasized the need for a robust public transport system in the state. He noted that after incurring significant financial losses, the Madhya Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation was dissolved on January 3, 2005.
The new transport initiative marks a shift in policy where the government will no longer purchase buses but will instead engage private bus operators under a restructured operational model.
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Key Features of Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Objective | Organised, accessible, and safe bus services in rural and urban areas |
| Bus Ownership | Private operators; Government will not procure buses |
| Monitoring Mechanism | IT-based system to prevent revenue loss and track operations |
| Ticketing Policy | Passengers allowed to board only after ticket purchase |
| Government’s Intent | Facilitation of public welfare, not profit generation |
| Initial Funding | ₹101.20 crore approved as seed capital for implementation |
- A new operational model replaces government-run services
- Advanced IT systems will ensure transparency and efficiency
- Passenger access is regulated through a ticket-only boarding policy
Administrative Framework and Implementation Structure
To oversee the implementation of Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva, a state-level holding company will be established under the Companies Act, 2013. This entity will manage seven newly formed divisional companies, consolidating 16 currently operational Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) from a total of 20 cities.
At the district level, a Transport Committee chaired by the District Collector will be established. This committee will include:
- MPs and MLAs
- Mayors and Municipal Officials
- Departmental Engineers
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The committee will be responsible for:
- Monitoring operations on general and rural routes
- Recommending changes in routes, stops, and frequency
- Overseeing IT platform functionality
- Coordinating construction of bus stops and charging stations
- Facilitating collaboration between operators and administration
