Pratap Sarnaik, who was in Karnataka for a two-day visit on February 1-2, 2025, met with Karnataka's Transport Minister, Dr. Ramalinga Reddy, along with other officials from both Maharashtra and Karnataka. Pics/state transport department
Sarnaik highlighted that the long-distance "prestigious services" in Karnataka like Ambari, Airavat, and Rajhans operated by Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) are extremely popular among passengers for their excellent hospitality and efficient management
During the visit, Sarnaik toured the KSRTC headquarters and observed various premium services, including luxury buses
Pratap Sarnaik, in his speech, mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had advised all elected representatives to visit other states and learn from the successful initiatives they have implemented, to improve services for the public in their own states
The visit also aimed to explore the possibility of implementing some of Karnataka's best practices, such as innovative schemes and well-managed services, within Maharashtra’s State Transport Corporation (ST)
The officials from Karnataka's Transport Services showcased different types of buses, ranging from 9 meters to 15 meters, designed for various terrains, from hilly areas to highways
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