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Government Steps to Improve ST’s Financial Condition
The government is taking strong steps to improve the financial health of State Transport (ST).
Transport Minister and ST Chairman Pratap Sarnaik said that better planning and transparency have already started showing results.
One major change is in diesel procurement, which alone is helping save around ₹240–241 crore every year.
Big Savings from Better Diesel Deals
Earlier, ST used to get a discount of about ₹2.70 per litre on diesel, which was later increased to ₹3.
Now, through a competitive tender process, the discount has gone up to ₹5.13 per litre.
This smart move is helping ST save a huge amount annually.
Also, all types of fuel will now be available at ST petrol pumps.
ST to Start Fuel Business on Its Land
ST is planning to enter the fuel business to increase its income.
It will sell diesel, petrol, CNG, and LNG
Around 100 to 110 fuel pumps will be set up
These will be built on ST’s open land under a PPP model
This step alone can generate about ₹100 crore extra revenue every year.
Currently, ST is facing a loss of around ₹12,000 crore, with an estimated ₹750 crore loss this year.
AI Technology to Stop Fuel Theft
Fuel theft has been a big issue for ST.
To solve this, AI-based sensors will be installed at fuel stations.
Right now, about 4–5 litres of fuel is lost per 100 litres, but this new technology will help stop that loss.
Big Plans for Advertising Income
ST is also planning to earn more through advertising.
With 50–55 lakh daily passengers, 251 depots, and 600+ bus stations, it has huge reach.
The plan is to earn ₹250 crore in the next 5 years by showing digital ads on buses and at stations.
Solar Energy to Cut Costs and Earn Money
To reduce electricity expenses, ST will install solar panels on:
Bus depots
Stations
Workshops
This will help save and earn around ₹10–15 crore every year.
There are also plans to use empty land for solar projects and sell electricity.
Target: ₹500 Crore Extra Revenue
The government has set a goal to generate ₹500 crore additional revenue in the coming financial year.
This will come from:
Scrapping old vehicles
Using AI for driver and conductor management
Other efficiency measures
According to Pratap Sarnaik, the focus is on bringing transparency, discipline, and self-reliance to make ST a strong and sustainable transport service.
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