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Hyderabad Metro & Bus Pass: Travel Made Easy!
3 Oct
Summary
- New common pass integrates Hyderabad Metro and RTC bus services.
- Passengers find integrated pass convenient for last-mile connectivity.
- Government considers future integration with auto-rickshaws and cabs.
Hyderabad's public transportation system has taken a significant step towards integration with the introduction of a common pass for Metro and TGSRTC bus services. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka recently experienced this new system firsthand, traveling from Begumpet Metro station to Jubilee Hills Checkpost via Metro and then taking an RTC bus to the secretariat.
During his journeys, Vikramarka engaged with fellow passengers to gather feedback on the common pass. Commuters expressed that the integrated pass greatly enhances convenience, particularly for last-mile connectivity, bridging the gap between Metro stations and their final destinations. The pass also reportedly reduces the common confusion passengers faced in finding subsequent modes of transport after disembarking from the Metro.
Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar highlighted that this initiative is designed to save passengers time and effort, thereby encouraging a shift from private vehicles to public transport. The government is actively considering feedback to further refine the Metro-RTC common pass. Looking ahead, officials are exploring the potential integration of other transport modes, such as auto-rickshaws and app-based cab services, to create a more cohesive urban transport network.
