Bhubaneswar: In a proactive move, Kartik Pandian, Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, conducted an early morning site visit to the Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) in Baramunda today, affirming its accelerated pace of development. The visit aimed to evaluate ongoing activities and ensure the terminal’s timely operationalization, with a dedicated commitment to completing the facility by mid-February 2024. This strategic transit hub is poised to become instrumental not only for Odisha residents but also for those from neighbouring states.
During the visit, Pandian conducted a thorough examination of the facilities provided for commuters, including waiting areas, sanitation facilities, bus bays, upcoming food and beverage outlets, lighting installations, and restroom facilities.
He commended the Operation Control Centre (OCC) and recommended appointing tech-savvy and engaged leadership to manage the OCC efficiently. Pandian instructed officials to incorporate proper Odia signages and map facilities to guide commuters effectively. He directed the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) team to expedite the remaining finishing activities, aiming to dedicate the facility to the people of Odisha by mid-February 2024.
Spanning over 15.5 acres of land, the ISBT Baramunda project, led by the BDA, aims to provide a diverse range of passenger amenities, office spaces, parking facilities, food courts, restaurants, and commercial areas. The terminal is designed to offer a seamless experience reminiscent of an airport.
The Baramunda ISBT is a significant project set to benefit the people of Odisha by providing a modern and efficient transportation hub. It is equipped with state-of-the-art features, including a Aahaar Centre, restaurants, multistoried car parking, pick-up/drop-off facility, solar panel system, and sewage treatment plant.
Additionally, the terminal includes provisions for a police facilitation centre to ensure passenger safety, an administrative building for managing terminal operations, passenger toilet facilities, ramp facilities for those with disabilities, and baby feeding rooms for mothers traveling with infants. The ISBT Baramunda also incorporates a children’s play area, a primary health clinic, and additional parking for seasonal buses.