Overview
- Punjab’s transport minister announced a 1,265-bus expansion for state operators, with 659 going to PRTC and 606 to PUNBUS.
- PRTC has opened tenders to buy 309 standard buses and 100 midibuses to reach its target.
- PUNBUS will add 387 buses directly, with the rest coming through the KM Scheme that contracts private operators to run approved vehicles.
- The PUNBUS plan includes 19 Volvo coaches, 100 air-conditioned HVAC buses, and 100 ordinary buses under the KM Scheme to raise comfort and coverage.
- Officials said 250 buses are already running under the KM Scheme, which is limited to Punjab residents to spur local ownership and jobs while growing route frequency and state revenue.