Bhubaneswar, Jan. 5 -- Following a series of accidents involving 'Ama Bus' services in Bhubaneswar, the Transport Department has stepped up vigilance and constituted a High-level Committee to strengthen monitoring and improve safety standards. A crucial meeting in this regard was held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Transport Department Principal Secretary Usha Padhee.

The department announced the formation of a five-member high-level committee, which will regularly monitor the operation of 'Ama Bus' services, focus on improving management systems, and ensure enhanced passenger safety. The committee includes the Transport Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Traffic DCP, and a senior official from CRUT.

The Committee ...