Maitri Bus Service bridges Delhi-Kathmandu, carrying 17,603 passengers in one year
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Maitri Bus Service bridges Delhi-Kathmandu, carrying 17,603 passengers in one year

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, The Delhi-Kathmandu international bus service, operated by the Delhi Transport Corporation, witnessed significant usage between August 2023 and August 2024, with a total of 17,603 passengers travelling on the route, according to an RTI response. Maitri Bus Service bridges Delhi-Kathmandu, carrying 17,603 passengers in one year This service, known as the Delhi-Kathmandu Maitri Bus Sewa, symbolises the strong ties between India and Nepal and remains a popular choice for travellers. DTC deploys Volvo buses for the route, while Manjushree Yatayat uses Marco Polo buses According to the DTC website, the journey includes designated halts at Firozabad, Faizabad, Mugling and Sonauli for customs checks. The service, launched on November 25, 2014 from Dr Ambedkar Stadium Bus Terminal near Delhi Gate, features air-conditioned buses with a 2x2 comfortable seating arrangement.

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