NBSTC Announces Smart Cards, Sleeper Buses, and Wage Hikes

The North Bengal State Transport Corporation (NBSTC) is making some big changes.

They're rolling out smart cards, like prepaid cards for buses, before the Durga Puja festival.

They're also adding new Volvo sleeper buses for long-distance travel.

NBSTC plans to add more routes while closing unprofitable ones.

Plus, they're increasing the pay for contract workers, including security guards and others, starting in September.

Conductors and mechanics will also get a raise by December.

These changes aim to improve public transport and support the workers.