Punjab Boosts Public Transport: 1,279 New Buses Approved for State-Run Fleet

• Punjab government, led by Bhagwant Singh Mann, approved adding 1,279 buses to state-run PUNBUS and PRTC fleets.
• The expansion aims to strengthen last-mile connectivity in urban and rural areas, enhancing affordability and accessibility.
• 796 buses will be procured directly (696 ordinary, 100 midi), and 483 will be inducted under the kilometre scheme.
• New ordinary buses will feature AIS-153 standards, including wheelchair access, GPS, CCTV, and fire detection systems.
• PRTC will receive 670 new buses, and PUNBUS will add 602, with induction starting from March in phases.

Why It Matters: Punjab is significantly expanding its public transport with 1,279 new buses to improve connectivity and safety.