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The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the redevelopment of 49 bus stations under a public-private partnership model to improve transport infrastructure and passenger facilities. The project, led by UPSRTC, is expected to attract investment of over INR 4,000 crore without direct government spending. The plan includes modernising stations into multi-use hubs with better amenities and commercial spaces. Revised policy norms such as relaxed eligibility criteria and longer lease periods are aimed at increasing private sector participation and ensuring smoother execution across districts.
The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the redevelopment of 49 bus stations operated by the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation under a public-private partnership model. The move is part of the second phase of a broader plan to modernise bus transport infrastructure across the state and improve overall passenger experience. Advertisement
The redevelopment will be carried out through the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer model. Under this structure, private developers will invest in building and upgrading the bus terminals and will operate them for a fixed concession period before transferring them back to the state transport body. The project is expected to attract investment of more than INR 4,000 crore, with no direct financial burden on the state government.
The plan focuses on converting existing bus depots into modern transport hubs with improved passenger facilities. These include better waiting areas, clean sanitation systems, food courts, retail outlets, and in some locations, additional features such as budget accommodation and small commercial complexes. Around 55 per cent of the total developed area will be reserved for core transport and public use, while the remaining 45 per cent will be used for commercial activities to help developers recover investments.
Officials indicated that the policy framework has been revised to make the projects more viable and attractive to private players. Eligibility criteria for participation have been simplified, and technical requirements have been eased to allow wider participation. The concession period has also been extended, giving developers a longer window to recover investments. At the end of the lease period, ownership of the assets will remain with UPSRTC.
In addition to redevelopment, land allocation has been approved for new bus stations in districts such as Bulandshahr, Balrampur and Hathras. The policy also provides flexibility in development norms, including a uniform floor area ratio, to support better planning and commercial viability of these projects.
The initiative builds on earlier attempts to upgrade bus stations in cities like Ghaziabad and Prayagraj, where progress has been slow due to procedural delays and coordination issues. UPSRTC operates one of the largest bus networks in the region, connecting urban and rural areas, and the need for modern infrastructure has been highlighted in recent years due to rising passenger demand.
The latest phase is expected to cover a mix of urban and semi-urban locations, improving connectivity and creating better travel infrastructure across the state. The integration of transport and commercial spaces is also expected to generate steady revenue streams for long-term sustainability.
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