Fuel-efficient, high pulling and noiseless engines will be the hallmark of buses plying in Puducherry from now onwards.
A fleet of brand new Volvo buses rolled out to enhance the travel experience of the commuters on Friday.
Chief Minister N. Rangasamy flagged off the 10 swanky, air-conditioned buses of the Puducherry Road Transport (PRTC) Corporation Limited here.
Fully-loadedThe new version from the Volvo Buses India in comparison with buses operated by Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, are loaded with several advanced features.
The floor height is very low so that elderly and differently-abled persons can easily board the bus.
Cameras attached with Global Positioning system (GPS), GPRS and GPS fitting to trace the movement of the buses, easily breakable glasses and public address system are other features of the new buses.
P. Devaraj, Managing Director of PRTC told The Hindu , “These buses will be operated in the city limits initially and Puducherry to Karaikal besides trips to Chennai. The minimum fare of the bus was fixed at Rs. 15. As the bus was provided with GPRS facility, one can easily access online to find out the vacancy position.”
Mr. Rangasamy complimented PRTC for introducing the new buses in order to serve the general public in Puducherry and other Sates.
Small busesHe said PRTC should buy small buses to fulfil the demands of public in the rural areas.
The Chief Minister also sought the cooperation of workers to earn profits through their services.
“Service to the public is as important as the corporation earning profits,” Mr. Rangasamy said.
