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MSRTC Begins WhatsApp Ticket Booking for Dadar-Pune Shivneri Buses
MSRTC has created a new way to book Shivneri bus tickets.
Passengers can use WhatsApp instead of waiting at a ticket counter.
They must save the number 8097030022 on their phones.
Then they send a “Hi” message.
WhatsApp will provide instructions for choosing and reserving an available seat.
The trial is for the Dadar-Pune-Dadar route.
It will run from September 24 to October 23, 2026.
MSRTC will decide whether to continue or expand the service after seeing how passengers respond.
MSRTC has launched WhatsApp ticket reservations for Dadar-Pune-Dadar Shivneri AC buses.
Passengers must save 8097030022 and send “Hi” to begin booking.
The pilot runs from September 24 through October 23, 2026.
The service initially covers only the Dadar-Pune-Dadar Shivneri premium route.
MSRTC will consider a permanent or wider rollout if passenger response is positive.
- Who
- The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation and passengers using the Shivneri service.
- What
- A pilot WhatsApp-based ticket booking facility has been introduced.
- Where
- On the Dadar-Pune-Dadar Shivneri AC bus route.
- When
- The facility is available from September 24 to October 23, 2026.
- Why
- To make ticket reservations easier and assess whether WhatsApp booking should become permanent or expand to other services.
Key facts
- Operator
- Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC)
- Service
- Dadar-Pune-Dadar Shivneri AC bus service
- Booking platform
- WhatsApp number
- 8097030022
- Trial period
- September 24 to October 23, 2026
- Current scope
- Pilot limited to the Dadar-Pune-Dadar Shivneri premium service
- Future plan
- A wider or permanent rollout may be considered if the pilot receives a good response
Sources
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