India, Sept. 21 -- Pune -

The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) is set to add 200 new, air-conditioned Volvo buses to its fleet as part of an initiative to woo passengers who currently prefer travelling by private luxury buses. The fleet will comprise 170 seating buses and 30 sleeper buses, with the new services planned for long-distance routes covering more than 250 km.

Before finalising the routes, MSRTC will conduct a detailed study of high-demand intra-state and inter-state corridors; considering passenger demand, journey distance and duration, existing services and financial viability. The new fleet is expected to offer passengers a more comfortable and digitally-enabled, long-distance travel experience.

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