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First introduced in February 2023, these buses have been well-received by the public and are set to enhance the state’s luxury transport options.
These Volvo 9600 sleeper coaches boast a Scandinavian design and large panoramic windows, offering stunning views during the journey. (Photo: News9live)
Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has added 20 new Ambari Utsav Luxury buses to its fleet, enhancing the state’s public transport options.
These luxury sleeper buses, which first debuted in February 2023, have been well received by the public, and the new additions bring KSRTC’s fleet of Ambari Utsav buses to nearly 40.
The new buses will operate on routes connecting Bengaluru to Mangaluru, Kundapura, Nellore, Vijayawada, Hyderabad, Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Kozhikode. One bus will also run between Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport and Kundapura, according to Hindustan Times.
These buses are among the most luxurious in the KSRTC fleet and possibly in the entire country. With the festival season approaching, demand for premium travel options has surged, and these buses are set to cater to the growing number of luxury travellers.
Ambari Utsav Buses: All You Need To Know
The Ambari Utsav buses are Volvo 9600 Sleeper Coaches with a stylish Scandinavian design. The buses feature panoramic windows, offering stunning views during the journey. Each bus has 40 sleeping berths, designed with ample headroom, USB ports, air vents, reading lights, and mobile holders.
For driver safety, the buses are equipped with Knee Impact Protection Technology, which absorbs impacts in case of severe accidents.
In addition to these, KSRTC recently launched 20 new Airavat Club Class Luxury 2.0 buses, each costing Rs 1.78 crore. These buses offer more legroom and headroom and are fitted with wider windshields. With these new additions, KSRTC now boasts the largest fleet of Volvo buses in India.
KSRTC also operates electric buses daily between Bengaluru and Mysuru, further promoting eco-friendly transport.
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Karnataka, India
