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analysisCPPRMonday, 3 August 2026NEW

Why India’s Rigid Bus Standards Are Killing Transport Innovation

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Summary

India’s cities are growing faster than their public transport systems can keep up. Private bus operators have stepped in, often with genuine intent to offer better, differentiated services, but the regulatory architecture treats innovation not as an opportunity but as […] The post Why India’s Rigid Bus Standards Are Killing Transport Innovation appeared first on Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR).

Key Facts

TypeAnalysis
SourceCentre for Public Policy Research
PublishedMonday, 3 August 2026
Affected PopulationAll citizens, 8 million truck operators

Key Numbers

Rs 11.11 lakh crore capital expenditure (2025-26)
Bharatmala: 83,677 km national highways
Vande Bharat: 75 train sets operational
R&D spending: 0.7% of GDP

Key Authorities

Ministry of Road TransportMinistry of RailwaysNHAIMinistry of Science & TechnologyDST

Key Stakeholders

CommutersTrucking IndustryRailways EmployeesResearchersR&D InstitutionsStartups

Government Context

NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
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