The city bus service in Ranchi has just become more user-friendly for passengers. Now, people can easily track the live location of city buses through a mobile app. The app, called Ranchi City Bus, is available for download on the Google Play Store. It not only displays real-time bus locations but also estimates when buses will arrive at different stops.
Launched by the Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) on Monday, the app aims to make travel planning more accessible for passengers. RMC Commissioner Mukesh Kumar highlighted that this initiative will reduce the time passengers spend waiting at bus stops, ultimately contributing to less traffic congestion and pollution in the city.
Developed by the private company M/s Smart City Solutions Pvt Ltd, the same company operating the city bus service, the app utilizes GPS devices installed in all 100 city buses. These devices continuously send real-time data to the app, presenting the live location of buses on a map.
In addition to live tracking, the app offers valuable information such as route details, fare structure, bus stop locations, and contact numbers for the city bus service. Passengers can also provide feedback and suggestions through the app. Moreover, an emergency alert feature is available for passengers to use in case of distress or emergency situations.
Since its initiation in 2010, the city bus service in Ranchi aimed to provide an affordable and comfortable mode of public transport. However, challenges arose due to poor maintenance, funding issues, irregularities, and mismanagement. A significant overhaul took place in 2019, introducing new buses, routes, and fares. RMC anticipates that the new app will further enhance the service’s quality and efficiency, attracting more passengers.
