Madurai Dist to Get 47 More Mini Bus Routes

Applicants told to produce mini bus with valid documents to obtain permit; 2nd batch applications deadline March 10

- EXPRESS NEWS SERVICE @ Madurai

WITH the state government revamping mini bus services, the Madurai administration has taken measures towards enhancing rural connectivity by identifying 47 new mini bus routes (as of now), thereby bringing the total number of routes to 231 (including the existing 184 routes) in the district.

The mini bus service was introduced by the DMK in 1998 with an aim to enhance rural connectivity across the state. After nearly 24 years, the Tamil Nadu government has increased mini bus fares, which will be effective from May 1.