NAGPUR NEWS : Maha Metro, in collaboration with NMC, has achieved another important milestone with the launch of a dedicated feeder bus service for the students and staff of Priyadarshini College of Engineering. This initiative marks a major step forward in enhancing last-mile connectivity in the Hingna educational corridor.
The much-anticipated service was officially flagged off on 20 April 2026 by Dr. Shrikrishna A. Dhale, Principal of Priyadarshini College of Engineering, Dr. Prashant R. Rothe, Registar of Priyadarshini College of Engineering, Dr. Virendra K. Taksande, Dean of Student Affairs of Priyadarshini College of Engineering in the presence of Mr. Purshottam Nimsarkar, Operations Manager (Chalo Mobility), Mr. Mahesh Moroney, Joint General Manager (MMI), Maha Metro, and faculty members. The ceremony signified the commencement of on-ground operations and underscored the strong collaboration between civic authorities, metro officials, and academic institutions in addressing commuter needs.
Lokmanya Nagar Metro Station T-point premises experiences high traffic chaos congestion, particularly during peak hours. The junction experiences heavy vehicular movement, dominated by two-wheelers, cars, and numerous auto-rickshaws, making daily commuting both time-consuming and inconvenient. In this context, the introduction of the feeder bus service is a timely and much-needed intervention, offering a structured and efficient alternative to existing transport challenges.
The newly launched feeder service connects Nagpur Metro’s Lokmanya Nagar Metro Station with Priyadarshini College of Engineering, one of the key institutions in the Hingna belt. By providing a reliable, affordable, and scheduled mode of transport aligned with college timings, the service significantly enhances commuter convenience while reducing travel time. It stands as a practical and impactful solution to long-standing last-mile connectivity issues.
Officials present at the event noted that the service is a direct outcome of commuter feedback and detailed access studies conducted earlier. They expressed confidence that such initiatives will promote greater adoption of public transport, reduce dependency on intermediate modes such as auto-rickshaws, and contribute to a more sustainable urban mobility ecosystem.
With the feeder bus service now operational, commuters traveling to and from Priyadarshini College of Engineering can expect safer, more convenient, and weather-resilient connectivity. This initiative not only improves daily commuting but also reinforces Nagpur’s broader vision of integrated, efficient, and environmentally sustainable urban transport solutions.
