New Delhi, 18 November 2024: The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) has been honoured with the prestigious SKOCH Award. Powered by AbhiBus, APSRTC’s Unified Ticketing System (UTS) integrates ticketing, reservations, bus passes, and cargo services into a single platform, enhancing passenger convenience and operational efficiency.
The implementation of UTS has delivered multiple benefits to APSRTC, including a rise in digital transactions from 11.56% in FY 2022-23 to 24.86% in FY 2023-24, marking a 13.3% increase. It has enhanced the passenger experience by offering a single portal for online bookings, in-bus ticketing, cargo services and real-time bus tracking, along with multiple secure payment options for a seamless journey. It has also improved operational efficiency by providing real-time analytics, optimizing performance, and reducing manpower costs through a secure, centralized system that integrates updates and data across the network.
Speaking on this, Vasa Sudharkar Garu, Chief Engineer - IT, APSRTC, said, “The SKOCH Award highlights APSRTC’s commitment to making public transport efficient, accessible, and passenger-friendly. Our Unified Ticketing System, powered by AbhiBus, has transformed services and ensures a smooth, digital travel experience for passengers.”
Rohit Sharma, COO, AbhiBus (ixigo bus business), added, “APSRTC's partnership with AbhiBus exemplifies a successful public-private collaboration, driving innovative solutions for better passenger service and operational efficiency. The UTS platform offers a seamless, convenient experience, setting a new standard for customer-focused digital solutions. We are honoured to continue working together to improve the bus passenger experience.”
About AbhiBus
AbhiBus (ixigo bus business), is a leading online bus-ticketing platform that aggregates over 4,000+ private bus operators and 25 leading State RTCs, covering more than 350,000+ routes across the country. The AbhiBus website and apps allow users to check amenities provided by bus operators, compare booking fares, check bus timings in the searched route, live tracking of the bus before arrival, cancellation protection options and other facilities. It is the official ticketing partner for several state road transport corporation bus tickets and IRCTC tickets. Apart from an e-ticketing platform, AbhiBus also provides an end-to-end technology solution to private and government bus operators. It provides a state-of-the-art online passenger reservation system to more than 350 private bus operators and 5 State Road Transport Corporations, including APSRTC, TSRTC, KSRTC, HRTC (Himachal) and Kerala RTC across India. Its software solutions include fleet management solutions, vehicle tracking systems, passenger information systems, and logistics, providing a robust and customizable software solution to small and big size bus operators. The business of AbhiBus was acquired by ixigo (Le Travenues Technology Limited) in 2021.
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