Mumbai, July 14 (IANS) The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), which holds prime commercial real estate across 850 locations totalling 3,500 acres, has received a major procedural boost. To prevent administrative delays, the Maharashtra Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday, exempted MSRTC’s land development projects from the strict provisions of the March 2026 state PPP policy. A high-level committee led by the Transport Minister will now oversee the …
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Mumbai, July 8 (IANS) With the objective of establishing an eco-friendly, modern and sustainable public transport system, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will convert its entire bus fleet to electric vehicles in a phased manner by 2035, Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik informed the Legislative Council during Question Hour on Wednesday.The question was raised by member Shrikant Bharatiya, while supplementary questions were asked by members Parinay Phuke, Satej Patil, Pra…
Mumbai, June 23 (IANS) In a major relief for Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) employees, the state government has announced a significant salary and allowance hike. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Tuesday made the announcement during the ongoing monsoon session of the state legislature, a move widely welcomed across the corporation.Speaking in the Legislative Assembly, Minister Sarnaik detailed the financial benefits approved to safeguard the welfare and rights of the MS…
Mumbai, June 1 (IANS) Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday directed the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) to set up a network of charging stations for e-buses across the state. He asked the administration to vigorously implement the target of converting 100 of the state transport (ST) bus fleet into e-buses under the ‘Viksit Maharashtra’ initiative.“Under the ‘Viksit Maharashtra’ initiative, the State Transport (ST) corporation aims to convert 50 per cent of it…
Mumbai, May 18 (IANS) Transport Minister and Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) Chairman, Pratap Sarnaik, on Monday said that State Transport (ST) buses remain an essential public transit service for citizens in rural areas, and maintaining this service while ensuring financial stability is a key challenge ahead for the corporation.Against the backdrop of rising fuel costs, a proposal for a passenger fare hike is under consideration; however, fares will not be increased immedia…
Mumbai, May 15 (IANS) The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), popularly known as the ‘Lal Pari’, is facing a fresh financial crisis following a recent spike in fuel prices. Maharashtra Transport Minister and MSRTC Chairman, Pratap Sarnaik, on Friday, indicated that the corporation may be forced to hike ticket fares to offset an estimated annual burden of approximately Rs 125 crore.The minister’s statement comes after the central government on Friday increased the prices of pe…
Mumbai, March 17 (IANS) The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) is set to recruit 17,742 drivers, conductors, and staff on a contractual basis. This recruitment is intended for the 8,300 new buses being added to the corporation’s fleet.MSRTC Chairman and Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Tuesday shared that while a proposal for permanent staff has been sent to the Finance Department, this contractual hiring is necessary to ensure the new buses can begin operations immediately…
Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced on Friday that e-rickshaws and e-bikes used for public transport will now be required to undergo formal registration and obtain permits from the Motor Vehicles Department. This decision marks a shift in policy, as electric rickshaws (e-rickshaws) were previously exempt from the mandatory independent permit process required for traditional commercial vehicles. The Minister clarified that while the issuance of new perm…
Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Thursday informed the Legislative Council that the government has decided to build modern ‘busports’ across the state on the lines of Gujarat.He said a new policy has been formulated for the comprehensive development of Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) depots and bus stations.The minister was responding to a half-hour discussion initiated by MLC Pravin Darekar on the issue.Sarnaik stated that under t…