August 12, 2026 12:36 AM
Parliamentary Panel recommends national digital grid, passenger permit reform for bus transport
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture has recommended a comprehensive overhaul of India's bus transport system, including replacing the existing All India Tourist Permit with an All India Passenger Permit, establishing a dedicated national authority for bus terminals and creating a nationwide digital grid for bus services. The recommendations were contained in the Committee's 392nd Report, titled “Enabling Inclusive, Digital and Sustainable Bus Transport: Poli...


