Maharashtra State Transport plans premium bus expansion with 170 seater and 30 sleeper coaches

Mumbai, Oct 16 (UNI) The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) plans to introduce 200 modern air-conditioned Volvo buses by March 2027 to attract passengers and strengthen premium intercity transport services across the state. Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik said media that the buses would join the corporation's fleet in phases, comprising 170 seater coaches and 30 sleeper coaches. Modelled on the Shivneri service, the new fleet will primarily operate on long-distance routes with heavy passenger traffic, offering improved comfort between major cities. Volvo Buses India has confirmed receiving the contract, describing it as its largest bus order in India so…