The News National
In an effort to streamline bus operations, the West Bengal Transport Department is set to roll out a mobile app that will provide real-time updates on buses operating along 12 key routes near the Kolkata Airport and EM Bypass.
Each bus driver will be provided with an additional Android device by the bus operator, which must be connected to the app operated by the department and the state IT firm, WEBEL.
This system is designed to give officials and traffic police real-time information about bus locations and travel times.
The app will allow commuters to check the expected arrival time of buses at designated stops.
Bus stops along these routes will have LED boards displaying real-time updates about bus arrivals.
The system is expected to be fully implemented within two months.
