TGSRTC announces a slew of bus pass concessions

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) on Friday announced a slew of concessions for Monthly Season Ticket (MST) holders, including the removal of distance restrictions and, significantly, free travel on its buses in five cities in the State on Sundays. The revised scheme will come into effect from November 14.

According to the transport corporation, the move is aimed at boosting ridership and encouraging people to use public transport. The initiative will allow pass holders to travel free of charge on Sundays in Hyderabad, Warangal, Nizamabad, Nalgonda and Karimnagar. A special discount will also be offered to women, the TGSRTC said.

Under the new scheme, monthly pass fares for women will be calculated for 15 days, instead of the existing 20 days. This includes toll charges and will enable them to travel for a month at a lower cost. For other commuters, toll plaza charges will be calculated for 20 days, instead of 25.

The corporation has also removed the distance restriction for issuing monthly passes, subject to prescribed route and fare conditions. It is introducing Deluxe monthly passes, which will also be valid on e-Deluxe services.

Under a new combo ticket facility, Palle Velugu pass holders can travel on Express and e-Express buses. Similarly, Express pass holders can use Deluxe and e-Deluxe services by paying an additional ₹20 per journey. Palle Velugu pass holders will not be eligible to use Deluxe services under this arrangement, the TGSRTC said.

Pass holders travelling on routes other than those specified in their passes will get a 10% discount on the basic fare of Super Luxury and higher-category buses within Telangana. Two-month pass holders will get five additional days of validity, while three-month pass holders will get 10 additional days without any extra charge.

The corporation said the measures were aimed at making daily bus travel more affordable and convenient for students, employees and regular commuters.

The free Sunday travel concession however will not apply to Pushpak Airport Liner services in the Greater Hyderabad zone or on other government holidays.