124 Special Buses For Fish Prasadam Event
124 Special Buses Arranged For Fish Prasadam Event In Hyderabad
To ensure smooth transportation for thousands of visitors attending the annual fish prasadam distribution event in Hyderabad, the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has arranged 124 special buses across the city.
The buses will help asthma patients and visitors travel conveniently to the Exhibition Grounds in Nampally, where the annual event will be held on June 8 and 9.
According to TGSRTC officials, the special transport arrangements will continue until traffic clearance is completed on June 9.
Why Are Special Buses Being Operated?
Every year, Hyderabad witnesses a massive gathering during the annual fish prasadam distribution, organised by the Bathini family.
The event attracts thousands of asthma patients and visitors from:
- Telangana
- Andhra Pradesh
- Karnataka
- Maharashtra
- Other Indian states
Due to the huge crowd expected during the event, TGSRTC has introduced special buses to reduce inconvenience and ensure easier access to the venue.
The buses are expected to help manage traffic congestion and improve commuter convenience.
44 Buses From Major Transit Hubs
According to a media release issued by the Greater Hyderabad Zone of TGSRTC, 44 buses will be operated from key transport hubs to the Exhibition Grounds.
These include services from:
- Secunderabad Railway Station
- Kacheguda Railway Station
- Nampally Railway Station
- Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station (MGBS)
- Jubilee Bus Station (JBS)
- ECIL Crossroads
- Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Shamshabad
Passengers arriving by train or air can directly access transportation to the event venue through these special services.
80 Additional Buses From Local Areas
Apart from major transit points, 80 buses will be operated from several important residential and commercial localities across Hyderabad.
Special buses will run from:
- Dilsukhnagar
- NGOs Colony
- Midhani
- Uppal
- Charminar
- Golconda
- Ramanagar
- Rajendranagar
- Risala Bazar
- ECIL Crossroads
- Patancheru
- Jeedimetla
- KPHB Colony
- Gachibowli
Officials said the number of buses may be increased further depending on passenger demand.
Special Route And Traffic Arrangements
TGSRTC has also announced temporary traffic and route adjustments for smoother movement of passengers.
Travellers coming from Dilsukhnagar and Afzalgunj will be dropped near Gandhi Bhavan, from where they will proceed on foot towards the Public Gardens area near the venue.
For return travel, buses will operate through:
- Gandhi Bhavan
- Gruhakalpa route
Meanwhile, regular buses travelling through Nampally and surrounding areas will also be diverted via Gandhi Bhavan to reduce congestion during the event.
Help Desks For Visitors
To assist passengers and visitors arriving from different parts of the country, TGSRTC has planned several support facilities.
Reception counters and public address systems will be established at:
- Secunderabad Railway Station
- Kacheguda Railway Station
- Nampally Railway Station
- MGBS
- JBS
- Exhibition Grounds
In addition, communication centres have been set up at:
- Jubilee Bus Station (JBS)
- Secunderabad Railway Station
These centres will provide travel assistance and information to visitors.
What Is Fish Prasadam?
The annual fish prasadam event is organised by the Bathini family, who distribute a specially prepared herbal paste inserted into a live fish and administered to asthma patients.
The treatment is traditionally believed to provide relief from asthma and respiratory problems.
The event is held every year during Mrigasira Karti, which marks the beginning of the monsoon season according to the traditional Telugu calendar.
Thousands of people line up for hours to receive the prasadam, making it one of Hyderabad’s most widely attended traditional events.
Huge Crowd Expected This Year
Like previous years, authorities expect a large turnout of visitors from across India.
Given the expected crowd, transport arrangements, crowd control measures, medical support, and police deployment are expected to be strengthened around the venue.
Officials have advised attendees to plan their travel in advance and use the special bus services wherever possible.
TGSRTC Ready To Increase Services
TGSRTC clarified that if passenger traffic increases significantly, additional buses will be deployed.
The corporation said its goal is to ensure safe, comfortable, and hassle-free transportation for all attendees.
Officials have also encouraged passengers to follow instructions at help desks and cooperate with transport authorities.
Conclusion
The arrangement of 124 special buses by TGSRTC for the fish prasadam event in Hyderabad is expected to provide major relief to thousands of asthma patients and visitors attending the annual programme at Exhibition Grounds, Nampally.
With transport support, help desks, and traffic diversions already planned, authorities are aiming for smooth crowd movement during one of Hyderabad’s biggest traditional gatherings.
Disclaimer: Fish prasadam is a traditional practice followed by many people for asthma relief. Medical opinions on its effectiveness may vary, and individuals are advised to consult healthcare professionals for medical treatment.