Chief Minister Hemant Soren, in a push to accelerate urban development works, has directed the modernisation, renovation and comprehensive redevelopment of all major bus terminals in Ranchi. Following his instructions, the capital’s three key bus terminals — ITI Bus Stand, Government Bus Depot and Birsa Munda Bus Terminal, Khadgarha — will now be upgraded in line with national standards.
On the directions of Urban Development and Housing Minister Sudivya Kumar, tenders have already been floated for initiating the work. The minister has instructed Principal Secretary Sunil Kumar to ensure swift execution of the tender process through JUDCO so that construction work begins without delay.
Earlier, on the Chief Minister’s directions, Minister Sudivya Kumar had already approved a total outlay of ₹48.72 crore, including ₹24.77 crore for ITI Bus Stand, ₹20.19 crore for the Government Bus Depot, and ₹3.76 crore for Birsa Munda Bus Terminal. Principal Secretary Sunil Kumar has directed JUDCO to complete tendering at the earliest so that, upon completion, Ranchi’s bus terminals emerge as model terminals not only at the state level but also at the national level, offering passengers enhanced security, cleanliness and modern facilities.
ITI Bus Stand to Be Transformed into a State-of-the-Art Terminal
Currently equipped with only minimal passenger amenities, the ITI Bus Stand will be developed into a modern and attractive terminal spread across three acres. The terminal building will include 2,330 square metres of ground floor space and 880 square metres on the first floor. For bus operations, 13 bus bays will be constructed, along with standby parking for 35 buses. Daily operation of 416 buses has been planned.
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Facilities on the ground floor will include a driver canteen, maintenance shed, guard room, sliding entry gate, air-conditioned waiting hall, car and food kiosks, transport office, cafeteria, separate toilets for men and women, auto and e-rickshaw parking. The first floor will house a restaurant, administrative offices, ticket counters, four dormitories, guest rooms with lockers, and landscaping for greenery.
Government Bus Depot to Be Rebuilt and Renovated
The Government Bus Depot, constructed between 1962 and 1970, is currently in a dilapidated condition. On the Chief Minister’s directions, it will be demolished and reconstructed at a cost of ₹20.19 crore in accordance with Indian Road Congress standards.
The new terminal will feature 1,771 square metres of ground floor area and 845 square metres on the first floor. Facilities will include a guard room, maintenance zone, canteen, dormitories and guest rooms for transit passengers, waiting halls, food kiosks, covered bus bays, ticket counters, transport management offices, help desks, 12 food kiosks, cafeteria, restaurant, toilets, sliding gates, and car and auto stands. Through eight bus bays, around 512 buses will operate daily.
Birsa Munda Bus Terminal, Khadgarha to Undergo Major Renovation
While retaining the existing structure, the Birsa Munda Bus Terminal at Khadgarha will be made more passenger-friendly at a cost of ₹3.76 crore. Spread across 11.6 acres, the terminal will feature 31 bus bays, parking for 89 buses and 70 cars, smart sheds, a 50-bed dormitory, restrooms, bathrooms, guesthouse, high-mast lighting, boundary wall, and special provisions for women’s safety.
Additional upgrades include waterproofing of terrace areas, fresh plaster and painting of the old terminal building, replacement of damaged tiles, replacement of all water taps, installation of CCTV cameras, new furniture, two high-volume low-speed fans, along with complete landscaping and beautification of the premises.
