Patna: The Bihar and Haryana governments have signed a bilateral agreement to begin interstate bus services, paving the way for direct road connectivity between six Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC) divisions and major cities in Haryana. The service is expected to begin by the end of July after administrative and technical formalities are completed.
The agreement was signed on Friday by Bihar State Transport Commissioner Arif Ahsan and Haryana Additional Chief Secretary (Transport) Raja Sekhar Vundru. BSRTC Administrator Atul Kumar Verma was also present during the signing.
Direct AC Bus Connectivity
Under the agreement, modern air-conditioned buses will operate on fixed schedules from BSRTC divisions in Patna, Purnia, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga and Bhagalpur.
The buses will connect passengers with major destinations in Haryana, including Gurugram, Ambala, Sonipat and Panipat, offering regular and scheduled services.
Launch Planned by End of July
According to the Bihar Transport Department, the interstate bus service is expected to be launched by the end of July once operational arrangements are completed.
Officials said the service aims to provide passengers with a reliable, safe and comfortable public transport option while improving punctuality and reducing dependence on private transport operators.
Focus on Migrant Workers
The initiative is expected to benefit lakhs of people from Bihar working in Haryana’s industrial and commercial centres. Cities such as Gurugram, Sonipat, Panipat and Ambala employ a large number of migrant workers from Bihar in manufacturing, construction, services and trade.
Students, business travellers and other regular commuters between the two states are also expected to benefit from the improved connectivity.
Government’s Transport Expansion Plan
Transport Department Secretary Rajkumar said expanding Bihar’s interstate public transport network remains a priority for the state government. He said the agreement with Haryana is part of efforts to improve organised public transport and connect Bihar with more states through affordable AC bus services.
State Transport Commissioner Arif Ahsan said passengers have largely depended on private buses and other costly transport options for travel between the two states. He added that the new government-operated service is expected to provide a safer, more dependable and economical alternative, particularly during festivals and peak travel periods.
Economic and Social Impact
Officials said the new bus service is expected to strengthen economic, educational and social links between Bihar and Haryana. Improved road connectivity could support trade, employment-related travel, tourism and business activities while making travel more convenient for passengers.
