Punjab News: The Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has approved a comprehensive plan to modernise major bus terminals across the state, marking a major step toward improving public transport infrastructure and passenger convenience.
Punjab News: Key Bus Terminals to Be Upgraded
Bus terminals in Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Sangrur, Patiala, and Bathinda will be upgraded through a structured Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, revealed Transport Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar. The objective is to enhance efficiency, safety, accessibility, and overall service delivery.
These terminals serve as vital transport hubs for both rural and urban populations, facilitating daily travel for workers, students, traders, tourists, and industrial labourers.
They also support inter-state connectivity, linking passengers to neighbouring states including Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana, Delhi, and Rajasthan.
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Ludhiana and Jalandhar handle 75,000 to 1 lakh passengers daily
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Patiala and Bathinda see around 50,000 daily passengers
Minister Bhullar said, “From Bathinda in the west to Jalandhar in the Doaba region, from Ludhiana to Sangrur and Patiala in Malwa, we are upgrading bus terminals where citizens of Punjab already travel every day.”
CM Bhagwant Mann News: Modernisation Through PPP Model
The Public-Private Partnership approach ensures that these five terminals will receive modern facilities and safer spaces without disrupting daily routines. The initiative aims to address infrastructure gaps, operational inefficiencies, and inadequate passenger amenities.
The projects will be implemented using Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Transfer (DBFOT) or Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) models, ensuring:
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Sustainability
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High-quality services
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Ease of movement
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Better integration with urban transport systems
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Fiscal prudence for the state
Planned upgrades focus on improving passenger experience, including:
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Comfortable waiting areas
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Upgraded sanitation facilities
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Improved lighting and signage
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Organised boarding arrangements
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Structured parking systems
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Efficient crowd management and circulation
Special attention will be given to barrier-free access for senior citizens and persons with disabilities, ensuring inclusivity for all sections of society.
Integrated Urban Hubs for Economic Growth
Minister Bhullar revealed, “The modernised bus terminals will be developed as integrated urban hubs. Subject to regulations and planning norms, the terminal complexes will accommodate commercial and service activities such as retail outlets, offices, co-working spaces, and logistics support facilities.”
This integrated approach will:
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Enhance passenger convenience
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Generate economic activity
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Ensure long-term financial sustainability of terminals
The Punjab Government aims to upgrade everyday public infrastructure, improve the daily travel experience of lakhs of citizens, and set a new benchmark for modern, efficient, and people-centric bus terminals in the state.
