Patiala : The Punjab Roadways Transport Corporation (PRTC) is planning to strengthen bus connectivity across towns and villages in the state by deploying its newly inducted junior buses on routes where public transport services are inadequate. Samana constituency is also expected to benefit, with the corporation assuring that additional buses will be provided to revive discontinued routes and improve connectivity for local residents.
The issue was discussed during a meeting between PRTC Chairman Advocate Harpal Juneja and former minister and Samana constituency in-charge Surjit Singh Rakhra at the corporation’s head office in Patiala on Thursday. Rakhra visited the office following an invitation from Juneja, who welcomed him and held detailed discussions on the transport requirements of the Samana area.
The two leaders focused on the need to restart several bus routes that have remained discontinued and ensure more convenient public transport facilities for residents of the constituency. They discussed the difficulties faced by people due to the absence of regular bus services and the need to connect different parts of the area through a more dependable transport network.
During the meeting, Juneja informed Rakhra that 100 new junior buses had been added to the PRTC fleet. These buses were recently flagged off by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann as part of the effort to strengthen public transport services.
Juneja assured that, depending on operational requirements, a suitable number of the newly inducted buses would be allocated to Samana constituency. He said the corporation would give priority to public demands and make efforts to address transport-related difficulties by restoring services on important routes.
Emphasising PRTC’s public-service mandate, the chairman said the corporation’s objective was to provide passengers with reliable, safe and convenient transport facilities. No area should be left struggling with inadequate bus connectivity, he added.
Rakhra thanked Juneja for assuring him that buses would be made available for different routes in Samana. He expressed hope that the proposed deployment would help revive discontinued services and make daily commuting easier for residents, particularly those travelling between villages and nearby towns.
The proposed allocation of junior buses is expected to support efforts to improve local connectivity, although the specific routes and deployment schedule are yet to be announced.