Pune: The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited (PMPML) has announced the launch of a new tourist bus service starting from August 5, which will cover popular tourist destinations Shivsrushti in Narhe and Swaminarayan Temple in Ambegaon.

This initiative is part of PMPML’s ongoing efforts to cater to the increasing demand from tourists and to boost its revenue.

The new service will operate on a route that includes stops at the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, ISKCON Temple, Shivsrushti, and Swaminarayan Temple. Buses will depart from Pune Station at 8:30 AM and Deccan Gymkhana at 9:45 AM, returning to Pune Station by 6 PM and to Deccan Gymkhana by 6:30 PM.

Passengers will be required to pay a fare of INR 500 for the bus service. Additionally, entry fees to the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park and Shivsrushti are not included in the bus fare and will need to be paid separately.