India, Oct. 15 -- Mysuru, Oct. 15 (BLU&DM)- The construction of the new and modern KSRTC Sub-Urban Bus Stand at the Bannimantap Depot premises has gained significant momentum, with first-phase works progressing in full swing.

The project aims to ease congestion at the existing KSRTC Sub-Urban Bus Stand located on the busy Bengaluru-Nilgiri (B.N.) Road in the heart of the city.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had virtually laid the foundation stone for the new facility during a public rally held at the Maharaja's College Grounds on Sept. 9 this year, where he also launched several other developmental projects for Mysuru.

The new bus stand is coming up on 14 acres within the Bannimantap KSRTC Depot premises at an estimated cost of Rs. 126 cr...