The ‘U-Special’ bus service is starting once again in the capital Delhi from today. This service is mainly being run for the convenience of students. The launching ceremony will be held at the Delhi University Sports Complex.

During this, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Transport Minister Pankaj Singh will be present. This step is considered important towards providing safe, accessible and environment-friendly travel to students.

2020 Kovid closed during epidemic

The ‘U-Special’ bus service was discontinued in 2020 due to Kovid epidemic and lack of buses. Now it is being resumed from August 28 in modern form. In the first phase, more than 20 AC electric buses will hit the road.

These buses will operate on time in the morning and evening keeping in mind the class timing. Along with this, there is a possibility of change in time and route in view of the needs of students.

New schemes of Delhi government also ready

The Delhi government has also planned to start interstate bus service in the coming time. According to officials, Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) will send 3-4 electric buses in nearby areas as a trial in the first phase. After this, buses based on BS-6 standards will run under the weight lease model. Under the scheme, there is a preparation to start the first service to Baghpat in Uttar Pradesh.

17 destination for long distance

The Delhi government has fixed 17 destinations for interstate service, including Rishikesh, Haridwar, Dehradun, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Jammu, Ayodhya and Lucknow. These long distance buses will use AC facility, luggage space and modern technology.

The fare is planned to keep the existing market rates lower so that passengers can get cheap and reliable service. DTC believes that this step will make the journey easier for both students and general public.