BEST Announces New Bus Routes and Service Changes Effective November 1
The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) Undertaking has implemented extensive updates to its bus services starting November 1. These changes include new routes, route adjustments, cancellations of certain segments, and upgrades to air-conditioned services to improve passenger comfort and operational efficiency.
New Bus Service
One of the new routes introduced is [translate:A-101], running between [translate:World Trade Center] and [translate:Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus]. This route links important locations such as [translate:G D Somani Road], [translate:President Hotel], [translate:Colaba], [translate:Hutatma Rajguru Chowk], and [translate:Madame Cama Road]. It operates six days a week, from Monday to Saturday. The return trip covers [translate:Hutatma Chowk], [translate:Veer Nariman Road], [translate:Churchgate], and other major landmarks, enhancing connectivity in South Mumbai.
Route Restructuring
- Route [translate:A-1], formerly between [translate:Electric House] and Colaba Depot, will now operate only between [translate:Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT)] and Santacruz Depot.
- Route [translate:A-6] will run between Backbay Depot and Tata Power Station with updated timings and route paths.
- Several other routes—[translate:A-44], [translate:A-47], [translate:A-48], and [translate:A-49]—have been modified by shortening routes or changing terminals.
“BEST is upgrading some routes to air-conditioned service to improve passenger comfort.”
These efforts aim to streamline operations and provide better commuting experiences.
Summary: BEST has introduced new routes and made key service adjustments, including air-conditioned upgrades, to boost commuter convenience and efficiency from November 1.
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