Passengers searching for routes such as Vijayawada to Hyderabad on Google Maps will now see available APSRTC bus services. Along with route distance and travel time, the map will display bus schedules and timings. This integration helps users check real-time bus options and plan their trips more conveniently.

When users click on the ‘Book’ option within Google Maps, they will be redirected to the official APSRTC website. From there, passengers can enter their details and make payments online easily. Officials said this feature was successfully tested on the Vijayawada–Hyderabad route.

Following the pilot success, APSRTC plans to expand this service across Andhra Pradesh. The initiative aims to make travel bookings simpler and more digital-friendly for passengers throughout the state.

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According to officials, a sudden technical glitch forced the monorail to halt on the tracks. The passengers inside panicked as the train remained motionless. The loco pilot immediately contacted the technical team, which rushed to the site for assistance.

Within 30 minutes, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) technical staff, along with the fire brigade’s special rescue vehicle, reached the location. Working in coordination, they evacuated all 17 passengers from the stranded train safely. None of the travelers suffered any injuries during the operation.

The technical in-charge later confirmed that the train was being shifted using a coupling method to the depot for repairs. He also assured that everyone was safe and that the rescue operation had ended successfully. This incident highlights recurring concerns about the reliability of Mumbai’s monorail system, which has faced similar breakdowns in the past.

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