India, Oct. 20 -- The Noida authority is set to develop new bus stands at multiple locations across the city to strengthen the public transport infrastructure, officials said on Monday.

The authority has floated a tender to hire an agency for the work, which is to be completed within six months after the tender is given, officials added.

Several bus routes in Noida either lack designated stands or have structures that are in a dilapidated condition, making it difficult for commuters to access public transport.

"The contractor will repair or reconstruct components of existing stands and build new ones along bus routes. They will also be responsible for arranging construction materials, equipment and labour, as well as conducting quality...