India, April 17 -- Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has recorded a significant financial improvement, with its total income rising by nearly Rs 173 crore in 2025-26, signalling a turnaround driven by operational reforms and revenue diversification, Transport Minister Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Friday. According to official data, DTC's total income increased from Rs 822.53 crore in 2024-25 to Rs 995.55 crore in 2025-26 (till March 26). Highlighting the achievement, the Minister said, "DTC's income has increased by nearly Rs 173 crore over the last year, a testament to the dedication of the DTC workforce and the strong guidance of CM Rekha Gupta." Also Read - LPG supply steadies, patchy distribution raises concerns Breaking down the revenue growth, ticketed income rose from Rs 327.23 crore to Rs 379.77 crore, registering an increase of Rs 52.54 crore. Earnings from special hire services also saw a jump, rising from Rs 82.65 crore to Rs 99.21 crore. However, the most notable surge came from miscellaneous income, which grew from Rs 342.67 crore to Rs 446.59 crore, contributing over Rs 103 crore to the total increase. This segment includes revenue from advertisements, rent and penalties. Officials noted that the corporation's average monthly income also improved, increasing from Rs 68.54 crore to Rs 82.96 crore, reflecting better financial management and utilisation of resources. The Minister attributed the turnaround to sustained reforms and a focused push towards efficiency. He said the government has worked to revive DTC from a financially stressed position by streamlining operations and strengthening revenue streams.
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