Inside Trichy’s Rs 237 crore AC bus hub: Smooth start for Tamil Nadu’s 2nd largest terminus (see photos)

Tamil Nadu’s 2nd largest fully air-conditioned bus terminus at Panjapur, Trichy. Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN

The terminus was built at a cost of ?237 crore to decongest the city and modernise urban transport. Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN

TNSTC has added 11 city buses and plans 25 more to improve connectivity to key areas like the airport, KK Nagar, and Vayalur Road. Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN

Buses must take U-turns on the Trichy–Madurai NH to reach other directions, causing congestion. A planned flyover is yet to start. Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN

Officials ensured stalls, food outlets, restrooms, and help desks were in place before the launch, avoiding past mistakes made at Kilambakkam. Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN

Services from Central and Chathiram bus stands (7–12 km away) were shifted without any major issues. Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN

Vacant spots around the terminus could attract street vendors. Officials have asked staff to stay alert to prevent this. Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN

290 workers have been hired for upkeep. CCTV, 10 security guards, and 4 supervisors are ensuring public spaces are kept clean and safe. Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN

Auto drivers are clashing over rights at the new terminus. Passengers fear high fares, especially during off-peak hours.Photo credit: R Baskar/TNN