Bhopal, Sept. 23 -- Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav and Union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari will inaugurate the Sugam Parivahan Seva, a new public passenger bus service, at a state-level programme at BHEL Dussehra Maidan on September 25.

The transport department is resuming bus services in the state after 20 years, with both intercity and intracity services planned.

Drivers are being trained in modern technology, operations and safety standards for electric and CNG buses to ensure smooth functioning.

A transport department official said the buses will be equipped with GPS and panic buttons. "GPS will allow live tracking, while panic buttons will enhance passenger safety during emergencies. Intercity buses will connect...