A new bus port in Patan, inaugurated under a public-private partnership model, is set to manage approximately 850 bus movements and cater to over 20,000 passengers daily. The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) collaborated with Katira Construction (Patan) Pvt. Ltd. for the construction of this facility. Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi unveiled the plaque and announced the allocation of three new air-conditioned buses for the district during the inauguration.
The project, inaugurated by Sanghavi, aligns with the development vision advocated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sanghavi highlighted the government’s commitment to extending facilities to all corners of the state, citing the new bus port in Patan as a testament to this vision. Operations at the facility are scheduled to commence the next day, with an anticipated total of 850 daily arrivals and departures.
The bus port, spanning about 15,974 square meters and costing around Rs 17 crore, offers modern passenger amenities to enhance comfort and safety. In-charge Minister Swarupji Thakor hailed the inauguration as a significant milestone for Patan, emphasizing the facility’s role in providing a comfortable and safe travel experience for passengers. Thakor also stressed the importance of public cooperation in maintaining cleanliness and upkeep at the new bus port.
The event also mentioned an upcoming virtual inauguration by Prime Minister Modi in North Gujarat on March 31, featuring a 3D mapping show at the UNESCO-listed ‘Rani Ni Vav’. The function was attended by MLAs Lavingji Thakor, Alpesh Thakor, Kirit Patel, and Balvantsinh Rajput, along with other officials and local residents.
