Ludhiana, May 29 -- In a major push to strengthen the state-run public transport system after years of fleet shortages and operational strain, Punjab Roadways is set to induct new buses under the government's kilometre scheme and introduce dedicated Volvo services on the Ludhiana-Delhi airport route. The move follows persistent complaints of overcrowding, erratic schedules and frequent breakdowns caused by an ageing fleet and delayed replacements over the years.

Officials said Punjab Roadways is expected to receive nearly 100 new buses in phases under the kilometre scheme, while the process to procure 40 additional Roadways buses has also been initiated. The new buses are likely to arrive within the next one to two months.

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