Mumbai: In good news for tourists visiting the Ajanta caves in Maharashtra, travel to the world famous heritage site has become pollution and hassle free as the state government, on the occasion of the World Tourism Day, introduced 20 electric buses to ferry the visitors. This new service is expected to provide a better travel experience to tourists while also helping to protect the environment.
The first electric bus was commissioned on Friday to mark World Tourism Day. These buses will shuttle visitors from the parking lot to the cave complex, reducing long waiting times and ensuring a pollution-free travel experience.
“A fleet of 20 electric buses will serve both domestic and international tourists visiting the world heritage site,” said a senior official from the state tourism department.
According to state officials, the fleet of electric buses offers both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned options, allowing tourists to choose based on their preferences. With capacities…