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Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation to introduce 200 Volvo buses

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Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation is adding 200 luxury Volvo buses to its fleet to better compete with private transport providers.

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  • Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation is launching 200 new air-conditioned Volvo buses to improve its intercity transit services.
  • The fleet includes 170 seating coaches and 30 sleeper coaches for routes longer than 250 kilometers.
  • Passengers can book these trips through both the official state portal and private digital platforms.
  • This initiative represents an effort by the state operator to reclaim its share of the luxury travel market from private competitors.

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Pratap Sarnaik

Transport minister and MSRTC chairperson

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  • This is a watershed moment for public transit, as it marks the first time MSRTC is inducting Volvo buses on such an unprecedentedly massive scale
    [1]The Times of India — Mumbai1h agoOpen at the quote ↗
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    170 sophisticated seating coaches and 30 ultra-comfortable sleeper coaches. The initiative promises an uncompromised blend of top-tier safety, ergonomic comfort, modern engineering, and premium customer service. “ This is a watershed moment for public transit, as it marks the first time MSRTC is inducting Volvo buses on such an unprecedentedly massive scale ,” Sarnaik highlighted. Designed specifically to counter the appeal of private competitors, these new luxury vehicles will primarily cater to routes exceeding 250 kilometres. Commuters can look forward to plush

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