North India Statesman
In a major relief for lakhs of candidates appearing for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission Preliminary Eligibility Test (UPSSSC PET), state authorities and Indian Railways have rolled out extensive transport arrangements across Lucknow and major regional corridors. To handle the massive surge of examinees traveling to and from various examination centers, Indian Railways has announced the operation of five special trains, while Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) will provide round-the-clock (24×7) bus services.
Five Special Trains Deployed For Candidate Commute
To tackle the heavy passenger traffic on key railway routes, Northern Railway and North Eastern Railway have introduced five dedicated candidate-special trains connecting Lucknow with key adjoining districts. Railway administration officials confirmed that these special trains will feature unreserved general coaches, enabling seamless mobility for PET aspirants from regions like Kanpur, Sitapur, Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Gorakhpur without facing peak-hour congestion on regular express trains.
24×7 UPSRTC Bus Fleet And Help Desks Active In Lucknow
Complementing the railway network, the UPSRTC regional management in Lucknow has deployed an additional fleet of buses running non-stop for 24 hours from major city hubs, including Alambagh Bus Terminal, Charbagh Railway Station, and Kaisarbagh. Help desks, dedicated passenger holding areas, and emergency medical assistance points have been set up at major transport hubs to guide candidates toward their assigned examination centers smoothly and prevent overcrowding.
District Administration On High Alert To Maintain Order
Lucknow District Magistrate and senior traffic police officials have instructed law enforcement teams to maintain smooth traffic flow around prominent test centers and transit points throughout the exam days. Security personnel and traffic wardens have been deployed at heavy intersection points to prevent jams, ensuring candidates reach their exam venues well before gate closing times. Candidates are advised to utilize public transport options and keep track of real-time train and bus schedules provided at local railway and roadway stations.
