State buses to go hi-tech
Published April 2, 2008 | Kochi, April 2
If you are a daily commuter in Kerala buses, then get ready for a new passenger information service provided in over 20,000 private buses operating in the state. This modern transport system is said to benefit travellers by providing them with instant information on location, arrival and departure timings of these buses on their finger tip.
It was informed that a Chennai based technology company ‘Dhanus’ has come up with this proposal which will be a landmark in the field of state transportation system. It will be the first of its kind initiative of connecting all buses with this new communication mode. In this initiative the consortium partners are the Chennai based Sobha Applied DSP Pvt Lmt, along with kochi based Kiran technologies. As per this new system commuters can assess all the information of these buses via internet and through SMS.
The passenger information system is said will include over 20,000 private buses across the state. It will be a great help to people to have a clear picture of the bus they wish to catch and will also help to save their time. Another key factor this new system would have is the information of vehicle breakdown or any untoward accidents and would also help to keep a check on the vehicle speed. This web interface will be available in Malayalam, Hindi and English languages which will give people a clear picture of the information they need.
Along with a useful feature for thousands of bus travellers this new system would also prove to be a great support for many tourists who find really hard to travel around the state. But through this mode they can get all information on their finger tip, that too without any hassles.
So next time you board a bus you would be feeling more relaxed, carefree and satisfied. Now the real test is to when this new initiative is put into action and what effect it would have towards our traditional transport system.
