• By Raju Kumar
  • Thu, 19 Jun 2025 04:53 PM (IST)
  • Source:JND

Chennai Free Bus Services: The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) is planning to offer free bus services for students from corporation-run schools in Tamil Nadu's capital city. Deputy Mayor M Magesh Kumar on Thursday announced that the authorities are planning to expand the free bus services for the students. The announcement comes after the success of the pilot project in the city.

Currently, the free bus services are benefiting 373 students through four dedicated buses. Now it will be scaled up in the coming months. The initiative, launched by Chief Minister MK Stalin, has received strong support from parents and the school community.

"Since the pilot project has been successful, we have asked the education officer to compile a list of students who require such services, especially those commuting from suburban and far-flung areas," said the Deputy Mayor.

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He further said, "Based on the data, we will expand the service to cover more schools and students."

The existing fleet of buses currently serves students from select GCC schools. Each bus is staffed with dedicated security personnel to ensure the safety of students during transit.

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Kumar highlighted the overwhelming appreciation from parents, who see the service as a much-needed boost to public education. "We are receiving heartfelt responses from families. This initiative is helping restore confidence in corporation schools and making them a viable alternative to private institutions," he said.

22,000 New Students Have Enrolled In GCC Schools

The timing of the expansion aligns with a notable spike in student admissions. The Deputy Mayor revealed that over 22,000 new students have enrolled in GCC schools for the current academic year -- a sign of growing trust in the public education system.

He credited the leadership of the chief minister and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin for driving reforms and improving infrastructure in city schools.

Implemented at a cost of Rs 1.11 crore, the dedicated bus service will also be used for educational tours, inter-school competitions, and sports events, promoting the holistic development of students.
(With agency inputs)