September 11, 2026
Policyshaala

D Dhanuraj on Reckless Driving by Private Bus Crews in Kochi

The feature highlights reckless driving by private bus crews in Kochi and calls for public transport reforms.
July 17, 2026
Bus Transport

Why is Bus Transport Still Stuck in the Era of Nationalisation?

Travel across Indian cities today, and a stark contrast is impossible to miss. Booking a cab takes seconds, mobile data is among the cheapest in the world, and banking is a screen-tap away. But step onto a city bus, and […]
May 28, 2026
India’s permit raj

India must retire the permit raj in public transport

In a recent development, the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has initiated a multi‑state survey across 13 Indian states to examine why urban residents continue to prefer private vehicles to public transport. The survey will assess people’s […]