AMTS Launches Two New Bus Routes, Free Travel Passes for Senior Citizens Aged 65+ in AUDA Area

Ahmedabad: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday inaugurated two new bus routes and an additional bus service operated by the Ahmedabad Municipal Transport Service (AMTS) to improve public transport connectivity in Ahmedabad and surrounding areas.

The new services include Route No. 45/1 from Thaltej Metro Station to Shela village, Route No. 71/2 from Vadaj Terminus to Palasana village, and an additional bus service on Route No. 503 between Adalaj and Kalol Institute College. The services have been introduced to meet growing passenger demand and improve connectivity along these routes.

Free travel passes for senior citizens

AMTS has also introduced a free travel pass scheme for senior citizens aged above 65 who reside in the AUDA area. The initiative aims to provide financial relief to elderly residents who regularly use AMTS buses.

Under the scheme, eligible senior citizens will be able to travel on AMTS buses free of charge, helping reduce their transportation expenses and making public transport more accessible.

Details of new bus services

The new services are expected to benefit commuters in the areas covered by the routes by improving access to public transport and providing additional travel options.

With the introduction of the new routes, an additional bus service and the free travel pass scheme for senior citizens, AMTS aims to make public transport more accessible and convenient for residents of Ahmedabad and its surrounding areas. DeshGujarat