Bhubaneswar: Shubhalakshmi Mahananda is driving change on the roads of Kendujhar, one bus journey at a time. Recognised as Odisha’s first woman electric bus driver, she is challenging traditional gender roles in the transport sector while contributing to the state’s shift towards cleaner public mobility. An electric-bus driver with Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT), Shubhalakshmi…
Bhubaneswar: Women passengers will be able to travel free of cost on Ama Bus services across seven cities in Odisha on August 27 on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, as part of an initiative aimed at promoting safe, affordable and inclusive public transport. The Comprehensive Region Urban Transport (CRUT) announced the special facility following the…
Bhubaneswar: Reinforcing its commitment to safer roads and responsible public transport, the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) has intensified its ‘Zero Accident Day’ initiative with daily counselling sessions and Road Safety Pledge ceremonies across its depots and operational terminals. The campaign is part of a sustained effort to cultivate discipline, accountability, and caution among public…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has strengthened its electric bus fleet with the addition of 40 new e-buses under the Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT). This expansion aims to provide an eco-friendly, reliable, and efficient transportation system for the state’s growing urban population. Flagging off the new buses at the Gadakana Depot on Thursday, Dr. Krushna Chandra…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to make daily commuting more economical, Odisha Yatri has introduced non-AC cabs in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, marking a first-of-its-kind initiative in the state. The state-backed mobility platform aims to provide budget-friendly travel options while maintaining reliability and safety. The newly launched non-AC cabs offer passengers the flexibility to choose between AC…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to enhance passenger safety and curb reckless driving, Odisha’s Urban Development Minister, Krushna Chandra Mohapatra, announced new speed and safety measures for “Mo Bus” vehicles. The city buses will now be limited to a maximum speed of 40 km per hour within city limits, with speed governors installed in each vehicle…
Bhubaneswar: Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Minister of Housing & Urban Development and Public Enterprises, flagged off 12 new electric buses under Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) at the Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bus Terminal (BSABT) today. Alongside this launch, he inaugurated Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (ATVMs) at key locations including BSABT, Master Canteen OD Terminal, and…
Gandhinagar: Odisha’s Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT), known for its technology-driven and citizen-friendly services through Mo Bus and Mo-E Ride, has been awarded the ‘City with the Best Public Transport System’ at the 17th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Expo. Organized annually by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, the prestigious award was…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to modernize and enhance the commuting experience, Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) unveiled its new Mo Bus mobile application and introduced the Mo Bus card scheme on Friday. The initiative aims to make the Mo Bus service more technology-driven and user-friendly, offering a range of features to improve convenience for commuters….
