The Delhi Transport Department announced the launch of a new bus route and extensions to two existing routes on Tuesday. The new route, 605B, will operate with two air-conditioned DTC electric buses along a 15 km stretch between Safdarjung Terminal and Nangal Dewat, making key stops at Safdarjung Hospital, AIIMS Metro Station, Green Park Metro Station, and educational hubs like JNU and Manav Sthali School, according to an official statement.
Route 623, which previously ended at CPWD in Vasant Vihar, has been extended to reach Nangal Dewat, adding 33.7 km to its route. Similarly, Route 610A has been extended from RK Puram Sector-1 to Nangal Dewat, adding a 27 km segment between Anand Parvat and Nangal Dewat.
These changes aim to fill critical connectivity gaps, enhancing transit options for daily commuters, students, and athletes across Delhi. Route 605B, in particular, provides convenient access to major healthcare and educational hubs for residents in the area.
The extended Route 623 service will feature a mix of 20 buses, including 16 electric AC buses, three AC CNG buses, and one non-AC CNG bus, with stops at ISIC Hospital, AIIMS, Khan Market, India Gate, Lodhi Road, and Shahdara. The Route 610A extension was in response to specific requests from Munirka residents, who highlighted challenges faced by local athletes, the statement noted.
Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot inaugurated the new services at a launch event attended by MLAs Parmila Tokas and Bhupinder Singh Joon. Gahlot reiterated the government’s commitment to expanding Delhi’s public transport network to address the diverse needs of residents.
“These new and extended routes are part of our ongoing efforts to provide a convenient, sustainable, and accessible transit system for all. We are committed to improving connectivity, especially in areas with specific transportation needs, to serve students, athletes, and daily commuters alike,” he stated.
