Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Odisha Launches Inter-State Bus Services Ahead of Rath Yatra
Odisha is starting new bus services called 'Shri Jagannath Express' to connect different cities!
Imagine these buses as a way to easily travel between Odisha and places like Ayodhya and Hyderabad.
They are designed to be super comfortable and safe.
The main reason is to help people visit for the Rath Yatra festival.
The buses will start running on Wednesday, making it easier for everyone to travel!
Odisha CM launched inter-state bus services named 'Shri Jagannath Express'.
The buses will connect cities in Odisha with locations like Ayodhya, Ujjain, and Hyderabad.
Services are operated by Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC).
The initiative aims to enhance regional connectivity and support the Rath Yatra festival.
Super premium buses with modern facilities will provide comfortable and secure travel.
- Who
- Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC)
- What
- Launch of 'Shri Jagannath Express Bus Services'.
- When
- Flagged off on Tuesday, services commence Wednesday.
- Where
- Odisha, connecting to various cities including Ayodhya, Ujjain, Tirupati, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and Bhilai
- Why
- To provide convenient and comfortable bus service and boost tourism for Rath Yatra.
- Service Name
- Shri Jagannath Express Bus Services
- Routes
- Puri-Ayodhya, Puri-Ujjain, Puri-Tirupati, Puri-Hyderabad, Puri-Bhilai, Bhubaneswar-Visakhapatnam, Raighar-Hyderabad, Bhawanipatna-Hyderabad
- Service Start Date
- Wednesday
- Operator
- OSRTC
- Purpose
- Rath Yatra
