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New Delhi, Nov 13 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday flagged off another interstate electric bus route of Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) between Kashmere Gate Bus Terminal and Sonipat Bus Stand.
The launch of the new route is an important step towards strengthening public transport in the NCR region and improving DTC revenues, a statement said.
The Chief Minister said that the newly introduced electric buses are equipped with air conditioning, CCTV cameras, panic button and GPS system.
On the occasion, the Chief Minister announced that the government will soon restart other DTC bus services connecting Delhi with nearby NCR cities.
In a special ceremony organized at Maharana Pratap Interstate Bus Terminal, Kashmiri Gate, the Chief Minister along with Transport Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh flagged off three interstate electric buses for Sonipat.
Earlier during Seva Pakhwada, on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday celebrations, the Chief Minister had inaugurated the first interstate electric bus service between Delhi and Baraut, an official said.
Speaking at the event, the Chief Minister said that the Delhi government is reviving interstate bus services between Delhi and NCR cities which were closed several years ago.
He said this initiative will provide accessible and convenient public transport options to citizens, reduce traffic congestion and help curb pollution.
“These buses will ensure safer and more comfortable travel for passengers and will run regularly on the Delhi-Sonipat route, ensuring smooth connectivity between the two cities,” the Chief Minister said.
He said that this initiative will not only increase mobility but will also contribute significantly to environmental protection.
He said, “Strengthening the interconnectivity between Delhi and neighboring states is one of the key priorities of our government. With the trust and cooperation of the people, the Delhi government is committed to improving public transport and providing better and safer mobility options to the citizens.”
Transport Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh said that interstate bus services have been closed for many years, which is adversely affecting the connectivity between Delhi and the NCR region.
“With this initiative, we are reviving that vital link through clean, zero-emission electric buses. This step will strengthen regional connectivity, reduce pollution and provide passengers a safer and more comfortable travel option. Going forward, we plan to expand such services to more cities around Delhi to make public transport even greener and more efficient.”
For the convenience of passengers, a total of six journeys will be operated daily, three journeys in each direction. Buses from Delhi to Sonipat will leave at 4.45 am, 5.15 am, 5.45 am, 4.45 am, 5.15 am and 5.45 am. Buses from Sonipat to Delhi will run at 7.10 am, 7.25 am, 8.10 am, 7.30 pm, 8.00 am and 8.30 am.
This route will connect several key locations in Delhi and Haryana including GTB Nagar, Azadpur Terminal, Jahangirpuri Metro Station, Mukarba Chowk, Alipore, Delhi-Singhu Border, Kundli Industrial Area, TDI City, Nangal Mod, Rai, Bahalgarh and Fazilpur before terminating at Sonipat Bus Stand.
–IANS
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