Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced via social media platform ‘X’ that the Bihar government will soon launch 299 buses, including both AC and non-AC types, on interstate routes. This move aims to help migrants from Bihar travel home easily during major festivals like Chhath, Holi, Diwali, and Durga Puja.

Thousands of Biharis living in cities like Delhi, Gurgaon, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata face difficulties returning home during peak festive seasons. The new inter-state bus service will offer significant relief.

Festival Travel Made Easier

The new buses will operate between Bihar and key states like:

  • Delhi
  • Punjab
  • Haryana
  • Uttar Pradesh
  • West Bengal

CM Nitish Kumar added that the state will also request the central government to run additional trains during major festivals.

Government Investment and PPP Model

  • The Bihar government will spend ₹105.82 crore to purchase:
    • 75 air-conditioned (AC) buses
    • 74 deluxe (non-AC) buses
  • Additionally, 150 more AC buses will be operated under Public-Private Partnership (PPP)

This decision was approved during the state cabinet meeting on June 24.

Did You Know?

  • Migrants from Bihar often face booking issues and high costs while returning home
  • This bus plan aims to reduce travel stress during peak seasons
  • AC buses will improve comfort, especially for long-distance journeys

FAQs

Why is Bihar launching inter-state buses?

To ease travel for residents returning from other states during festivals like Chhath, Holi, and Diwali.

How many buses will be deployed?

A total of 299 buses – including 75 AC, 74 deluxe, and 150 AC buses under PPP.

Which cities will be connected?

Cities in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal will be connected with Bihar.

When will these buses operate?

They are expected to run during major festival periods to handle peak demand.

Will the government request more trains too?

Yes. The CM confirmed that Bihar will urge the Centre to run more special trains during festival seasons.