India, March 23 -- The city's public transport system is set to get a digital boost as the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking gears up to integrate its extensive bus network with Google Maps. Within a month, commuters will be able to map all 402 bus routes operated by BEST's fleet of around 2,900 buses, enhancing journey planning and efficiency.

At present, there is no mechanism to track BEST bus routes with real-time curated suggestions. This integration aims to fill that gap, allowing passengers to access optimal route options while also helping BEST streamline its operations. The transport body is working towards reducing the headway between two buses from the current 35-45 minutes to 15-20 minutes.

In Febr...