KSRTC bus.
Credit: Facebook/KB Ganesh Kumar
The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) is set to launch "airline model" business class bus after the completion of NH 66 widening work. The bus will cover Thiruvananthapuram-Ernakulam route in approximate time of four hours, as non-stop express service.
The bus promises luxury and premium feel just like business class flights.
Here is what commuters can expect:
The bus will have custom designed coaches, with a hostess on board and light food will be served to the passengers.
KSRTC will launch two 25 seater luxury buses with features like air suspension and comfortable seats.
As reported by The New Indian Express, Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar said the tendering process will begin soon and the speciality of the bus will be luxury seating.
"We're in talks with companies in Vietnam and China to import specially designed, electronically operated reclining seats," he said.
Each seat in the bus will have a smart TV and headphones.
"Android devices to play their own content or enjoy KSRTC-provided selections like songs and comedy film scenes," he mentioned, as reported by the publication.
It will also have a small pantry with a microwave and food will be served to the passengers who will have to pre-order it while booking the tickets. The passengers can also purchase the food, if not pre-ordered while booking.
"This system is designed to minimise fares by offering the food as an optional purchase," the minister added.
The bus will depart from Thiruvananthapuram at 6 am to reach Ernakulam by 10 am. Simultaneous service will run from Ernakulam to Thiruvananthapuram, the publication reported.