In a move aimed at addressing long-standing challenges like vehicle breakdowns and extended waiting times for passengers, the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will add 3,500 new buses to its fleet in 2025, according to an official statement. MSRTC Chairman Bharat Gogawale, in a press briefing held in Nagpur on Wednesday, confirmed the decision to purchase 2,200 buses for its own fleet while leasing 1,300 additional buses.

Gogawale highlighted that the new buses are expected to join the fleet starting from January 2025, significantly improving the reliability of services. "This initiative will alleviate the recurring issues of buses breaking down on the road or passengers being forced to wait for long periods," Gogawale said.