50,000 Devotees Travel to Pandharpur by ST Buses, Revenue Reaches ₹2.56 Crore

The Jalgaon Division of the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) saw a significant rise in passenger traffic and revenue during the Ashadhi Ekadashi pilgrimage.

More than 50,000 devotees from Jalgaon district travelled to Pandharpur to seek the blessings of Lord Vitthal, with 50,779 devotees using ST buses. This generated a revenue of ₹2,56,60,260 for the division.

Compared to last year, the Jalgaon Division registered a 21.77 per cent increase in revenue. Officials attributed the growing preference for ST buses to their safe and reliable service, along with the State Government's welfare schemes.

These schemes include a 50 per cent fare concession for women and free travel for senior citizens. To manage the increased demand during the pilgrimage, the Jalgaon Division operated 554 bus trips, up from 472 trips last year.

The buses covered a total distance of 2,73,398 kilometres to ensure smooth transportation for devotees travelling to Pandharpur. Among all talukas, Jalgaon recorded the highest number of passengers, with 5,280 devotees travelling by ST buses.

This generated revenue of ₹28.85 lakh. Raver taluka recorded 4,338 passengers but generated the highest revenue of ₹40.98 lakh.

Divisional Controller Pradnyesh Borse attributed the successful operation to the dedicated efforts of the division's officers and employees. Their coordinated planning and commitment ensured a safe, smooth and efficient pilgrimage for thousands of devotees.

The division's efforts also helped achieve a substantial increase in revenue. The increased revenue and passenger traffic are a testament to the effectiveness of the MSRTC's services and the State Government's welfare schemes.

The success of the ST bus services during the Ashadhi Ekadashi pilgrimage is expected to have a positive impact on the MSRTC's overall revenue and operations.

The MSRTC's ability to provide safe and reliable transportation to devotees has helped to build trust and confidence in the corporation's services.

This is likely to lead to increased demand for ST bus services in the future, particularly during peak pilgrimage seasons.

In conclusion, the Jalgaon Division of the MSRTC has achieved significant success in providing transportation services to devotees during the Ashadhi Ekadashi pilgrimage.

The division's efforts have not only generated substantial revenue but also helped to build trust and confidence in the corporation's services.

This success is expected to have a positive impact on the MSRTC's overall operations and revenue in the future.

The MSRTC's commitment to providing safe and reliable transportation services is a testament to the corporation's dedication to serving the needs of the people of Maharashtra.

The success of the ST bus services during the Ashadhi Ekadashi pilgrimage is a significant achievement for the MSRTC and is expected to have a lasting impact on the corporation's operations and revenue.