Latest news with #HimAccessHRTC
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Himachal deputy CM launches 'Him Bus Plus' scheme; fare discounts for HRTC commuters
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri on Tuesday launched the 'Him Bus Plus' scheme, which integrates identity management with cashless payments and offers fare discounts to commuters using Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) buses, including Volvo services. Under the scheme, passengers will get a five per cent discount on fares, while a loyalty programme will provide cashback benefits based on monthly travel. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Cybersecurity MCA Data Science Public Policy Product Management Data Science Management Healthcare PGDM MBA Technology CXO Degree Data Analytics others Operations Management Project Management Finance Digital Marketing Design Thinking Others Artificial Intelligence Leadership healthcare Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months MIT xPRO CERT-MIT xPRO PGC in Cybersecurity Starts on undefined Get Details "To attract more passengers, Super Luxury Bus fares will be reduced by 15 per cent, allowing cardholders to avail up to 20 per cent total discount along with loyalty rewards," Agnihotri said while chairing a meeting of the HRTC Board of Directors and the Bus Stand Management and Development Authority (BSMDA). During the meeting, four new IT-based systems developed by HRTC in collaboration with the Department of Digital Technologies and Governance (DDTG) were also launched. These include an online travel pass system for school and college students, government employees and traders, allowing them to apply online for concessional passes, pay digitally and receive RFID-based smart cards. Live Events A digital bus inspection scheduling system has also been introduced to improve staff performance monitoring and ensure timely vehicle checks, with schedules sent via SMS. A GPS-based bus tracking system has been launched for 82 buses in Shimla, and will later be extended to the entire HRTC fleet. A new platform -- Him Access HRTC system -- has also been introduced to allow more than 9000 employees to access their personal and salary details online. To strengthen infrastructure, Rs 7 crore will be spent on the repair and maintenance of bus stands across the state. CCTV cameras will be installed at all terminals, and a modern bus stand will be constructed at Mandi Bharari in Bilaspur district. Directions have also been issued to expedite the setting up of e-charging stations at bus stands and workshops to support electric buses in the fleet. The deputy chief minister said, "To attract more tourists and increase revenue, Tourist Day Circuits will be introduced connecting major religious and tourist destinations around Shimla." The Board also approved new revenue measures such as implementing an advertisement policy for HRTC tickets, website and mobile app, and piloting the operation of retail fuel outlets at two to three locations using HRTC fuel pumps. A 'Dhaba policy' will also be introduced to empanel eateries along bus routes, with an emphasis on hygiene and commuter convenience. On staff welfare, the Board approved a change in HRTC staff uniform colour from grey to khaki, in line with demands from employee unions. Due to delays in the tendering process, a cash allowance will be provided in place of one set of uniforms, and procurement will be completed within a month. It was also decided to establish Automated Testing Stations under the public-private partnership (PPP) mode to ensure thorough checking of HRTC buses and generate additional revenue.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Himachal deputy CM launches digital systems to modernise HRTC operations
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh deputy chief minister Mukesh Agnihotri on Tuesday launched four new information technology-based systems developed by Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) in collaboration with the department of digital technologies and governance. These include an online travel pass system enabling school and college students, govt employees, and traders to apply online for concessional passes, pay fees digitally, and receive radio frequency identification (RFID)-based smart cards. A digital bus inspection scheduling system was also introduced to improve monitoring of staff performance and ensure timely checks, with schedules now being transmitted via mobile SMS. A global positioning system (GPS)-based bus tracking system was initiated for 82 buses in Shimla, which would later be extended to the entire fleet of HRTC buses to ensure better real-time monitoring. A new platform, 'Him Access HRTC system' was also launched, allowing over 9,000 employees to access their personal and salary details online. Agnihotri said that to strengthen infrastructure, it was decided that Rs 7 crore would be spent on the repair and maintenance of various bus stands across the state, along with the installation of CCTV cameras at all bus terminals for public safety. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo A modern bus stand facility would also be constructed at Mandi Bharari in Bilaspur district to cater to increasing commuter traffic. Directions were also issued to speed up the process of setting up e-charging stations at workshops and bus stands to support the arrival of electric buses in the state fleet. Approval was also given for the launch of a new scheme, 'Him Bus Plus', which integrates identity management with cashless payments. Under this scheme, commuters would receive a 5% discount on fares for all HRTC buses, including Volvo services, he added. A loyalty programme would also provide cashback benefits based on monthly travel. To attract more passengers, the fare of super luxury buses would be reduced by 15%, allowing cardholders to avail up to a 20% discount along with loyalty rewards. Agnihotri stated that to attract more tourists and increase revenue, 'Tourist Day Circuits' would be introduced, connecting major religious and tourist spots around Shimla. Approval was also given to new revenue measures such as implementing an advertisement policy on HRTC tickets, website, and app, and piloting the operation of retail fuel outlets at two to three locations using HRTC's own fuel pumps. A dhaba policy would also be put in place to empanel eateries along bus routes with a focus on hygiene and commuter convenience, he added. MSID:: 122976227 413 |
