The Maharashtra government has approved the release of Rs 391.02 crore to the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) as reimbursement for passenger concession schemes for September 2026. The government resolution authorising the allocation was issued on October 27, paving the way for salary payments to employees ahead of Diwali.

Funds cleared ahead of Diwali

MSRTC employees generally receive their monthly salaries between the 7th and 10th of each month. With Diwali beginning on November 6, Transport Minister and MSRTC Chairman Pratap Sarnaik directed the corporation’s administration to expedite the salary payment process so employees could receive their wages before the festival.