Pune, the bustling city in Maharashtra, has recently made headlines by topping the revenue charts for the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) in the month of November. With an impressive earning of Rs 56 Crore from Pune District alone, it has surpassed all other districts in the state.
What led to this remarkable achievement? Well, there were several contributing factors, including the model code of conduct for the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Elections, the Diwali holidays, a 50% concession in travel fares for women, free travel for senior citizens above 75 years, and a concession on fare hikes. These combined efforts led to a significant boost in revenue for MSRTC.
Out of the 31 districts in Maharashtra, MSRTC recorded a record income of Rs 941 Crore in November. Pune District emerged as the top revenue generator, contributing Rs 56 Crore to this impressive total. The Pune Division, covering five districts including Satara, Sangli, Kolhapur, Solapur, and Pune, earned the highest income of Rs 230 Crore, with Pune district alone contributing Rs 56.18 Crore.
Dr. Madhav Kusekar, the Managing Director of MSRTC, expressed his delight at this achievement, stating that the revenue generated in November was the highest and record-breaking for the year, even without a fare hike. This success is a testament to the trust shown by ordinary passengers in MSRTC services.
The department-wise income across various regions further highlights the significant contributions of each area. Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar reported an income of Rs 204.08 Crore, Mumbai earned Rs 143.78 Crore, Nagpur stood at Rs 88.97 Crore, Pune topped the list with Rs 230.77 Crore, Nashik generated Rs 181.84 Crore, and Amravati’s income was Rs 92.07 Crore.
Overall, Pune’s exceptional performance in generating revenue for MSRTC showcases the city’s strong support for public transportation and reflects the successful implementation of various initiatives to promote bus travel.
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