India, June 17 -- To improve access to transport-related services, the Maharashtra transport department has decided to expand its network of regional transport offices (RTOs) and sub-regional transport offices (SRTOs) across the state.

The move aims to reduce travel time for citizens, particularly those in remote and rapidly urbanising areas, while easing the burden on existing transport offices amid a sharp rise in vehicle ownership and demand for services.

A committee appointed by the department has submitted a report recommending criteria for setting up new offices, following which the state government has initiated the process of granting in-principle approval.

According to the proposal, a new transport office should cover at least...