NewsIMTSMaharashtra Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced new state transport buses for school and college trips with a 50 percent discount on fares. The Maharashtra State Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will make 800-1,000 new buses available daily from 251 depots across the state. The initiative aims to provide affordable and safe travel for students planning educational tours after Diwali vacation. From November 2024 to February 2025, MSRTC provided 19,624 buses for educational trips, generating Rs 92 crore in revenue. For 2025-26, depot managers and station heads will coordinate with educational institutions to plan trips to major historical and religious destinations in Maharashtra. Schools can contact their local MSRTC depot to arrange transportation for their educational tours. (Updated 16 Nov 2025, 14:21 IST; source: link)
Half-Price Bus Fares for School Educational Tours
Maharashtra State Transport Corporation (MSRTC) has announced a 50 percent discount on bus fares for school and college trips. This new initiative makes 800-1,000 buses available daily from 251 depots across Maharashtra. The program aims to provide students with affordable and safe transportation for educational tours, especially after the Diwali vacation. Last year, between November 2024 and February 2025, MSRTC provided nearly 20,000 buses for educational trips, which generated Rs 92 crore in revenue. This note explains what it means for students, when the process starts, how to check updates, and what to do next in simple steps.
How Schools Can Book Discounted MSRTC Buses
Schools interested in arranging transportation for educational tours can contact their local MSRTC depot directly. Depot managers and station heads will work with educational institutions to plan trips to major historical and religious destinations throughout Maharashtra. The booking process is designed to be straightforward, allowing schools to coordinate their visits to important cultural sites. Minister Pratap Sarnaik, who announced the initiative, emphasized that this program will help more students access educational opportunities outside the classroom while ensuring their travel is both economical and safe.
Key Points
- Maharashtra Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced new state transport buses for school and college trips with a 50 percent discount on fares.
- The Maharashtra State Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will make 800-1,000 new buses available daily from 251 depots across the state.
- From November 2024 to February 2025, MSRTC provided 19,624 buses for educational trips, generating Rs 92 crore in revenue.
