Andhra Pradesh: During the Ugadi festival season, the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) plans to operate 200 special buses, as announced by RTC Kurnool regional manager T. Sreenivasulu on Saturday. These special services are scheduled to commence on April 8 and will run until April 15. The APSRTC buses will cover various routes, particularly focusing on Hyderabad, Vijayawada, and Bengaluru. Furthermore, 115 special buses will be allocated specifically for trips to the Srisailam temple.
Significance of Special Bus Services for Ugadi
Special bus services during Ugadi hold significant importance for several reasons:
- Facilitating Travel: Ugadi is a major festival celebrated across Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, marking the Telugu and Kannada New Year. Special bus services ensure that people can travel to their hometowns or visit relatives to celebrate the occasion together, promoting familial bonding and unity.
- Meeting Increased Demand: During festivals like Ugadi, there is a surge in travel demand as people commute to attend family gatherings, visit temples, or go on vacations. Special bus services help meet this increased demand by providing additional transportation options, thereby reducing overcrowding and ensuring a smoother travel experience for passengers.
- Enhancing Connectivity: Special buses often ply on routes that may not have regular or frequent services. By introducing these additional services, transport authorities improve connectivity to remote or less-accessible areas, allowing people from different regions to participate in Ugadi celebrations without difficulty.
Conclusion
The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) is gearing up to meet the increased demand for travel during the Ugadi festival season by launching 200 special buses. So, what are you waiting for? Book your Chittoor, Kadapa, Nellore or Anantapur bus tickets online through redBus now!