UP roadways to run special buses for Holi travel rush | Image:PTI
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) will be operating special buses from March 22 to April 1 for residents to ensure hassle-free journeys this Holi season, transport officials said.
With Holi falling on March 24 and 25, followed by the consecutive holidays of Good Friday and a weekend, a surge in travel is anticipated across the state.
Key Highlights of the Initiative
- According to a statement issued by the state government on Thursday, the aim is to offer hassle-free travel to the residents during this festive season.
- Additionally, to ensure efficient service delivery, the transport corporation will provide incentive allowances to its drivers and conductors.
- Expecting an influx of passengers, leaves of officers and employees have been cancelled for 10 days.
- Transport minister Dayashankar Singh said that during the incentive period, an increased number of buses…