LUCKNOW, May 11 -- Steps to enhance passenger facilities at private bus stands are on the cards, as per the new hospitality policy put in place by the state government to prioritise 'traveller convenience'. Under the policy, public and private bus stands across the state are set to undergo significant infrastructural developments.

The Uttar Pradesh Stage Carriage Bus Stand, Contract Carriage and All India Tourist Bus Park (Establishment and Regulation) Policy, 2025 "aims to provide travelers with modern and well-organised facilities by encouraging the development of bus stands and tourist bus parks in both the public and private sectors," said a statement from the state government.

As per the policy, 30% of the total area of each bus st...