To tackle the annual Ganesh Chaturthi rush, MSRTC deployed 5,000 additional buses, clocking a total of 15,388 trips over the 17- day period. According to the minister, the operation was the largest ever undertaken by MSRTC during the festive season and achieved the rare feat of transporting close to 6 lakh passengers without a single reported accident.

“This unprecedented achievement reflects the result of careful planning, timely execution, and the dedication of our personnel,” Sarnaik said. Over 10,000 staff members from across the state were mobilized to manage the heavy load, ensuring safety and punctuality despite challenging conditions.

Senior MSRTC officials monitored the operations round-the-clock, overseeing crowd control at major depots and coordinating logistics on key routes. The corporation also positioned mobile vehicle repair units along crucial highways in Konkan to respond to any on-road issues, while 100 standby buses were kept ready at Chiplun, Mahad, and Mangaon depots to deal with breakdowns and emergencies.

"This year’s successful operation underscores MSRTC’s critical role in maintaining affordable and accessible transport during major festivals, especially for Konkan residents who return to their native places in large numbers to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with family" said an official adding that transport body’s seamless execution and zero-accident record have been hailed as a benchmark for future large-scale public transit operations during peak travel seasons.

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