AbhiBus, India’s flagship bus ticketing portal, announced bookings for the nation’s first women-only intercity bus service, which was started by YoloBus. The special service that is aimed at providing added safety and convenience to women travellers will start operation on the Gurgaon-Chandigarh route on 8th March.
Women-Only Intercity Bus: A Step Towards Safer Travel
YoloBus has launched the women-only intercity bus to cater to security needs and offer a safe transport mode solely for women. The launch of this service comes on the back of a rise in demand for more secure public transport, especially on major routes.
Rohit Sharma, AbhiBus COO, pointed out that the platform witnessed a 54% year-on-year increase in bookings from women travellers, and bookings of solo women travellers were up by 50%. He added that the new service joins AbhiBus’s continued commitment to making travel safer, which includes its ‘Pink Seat’ feature that ensures special seats are reserved for women on select routes.
Sanjay Jadoun, YoloBus CEO, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to the safety of passengers. He pointed out that introducing this service on Women’s Day signifies their commitment towards offering safe, comfortable, and convenient intercity travel for women. The service is likely to become a standard for gender-focused travel solutions in the intercity bus industry.
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AbhiBus Bus Travel Made Smarter With Technology
AbhiBus, which is a part of ixigo’s bus business, is among India’s largest bus ticketing platforms, providing services to more than 4,000 private bus operators and 25 state transport corporations. It operates across more than 350,000 routes in India, offering real-time bus location tracking, fare comparison, cancellation insurance, and live travel alerts.
Besides its e-ticketing service, AbhiBus also offers fleet management solutions, vehicle tracking systems, and passenger information services. These options enable private and government bus operators to make operations more efficient and reliable.
The women-only intercity bus service introduced by YoloBus with the support of AbhiBus is likely to increase female travellers’ confidence, especially those travelling to work or on personal trips. By providing a safer and more convenient means of travel, the service is designed to motivate more women to opt for intercity bus travel as a better alternative.
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Will more cities follow suit with women-only buses in response to this new premium service?
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