Question

*Advantages of Bus Rapid Transit System
*Highlight at least 10 benefits in using BRTS.

Answer 1

A.) Advantages of Bus Rapid Transit System :-

1.) BRTS can serve a larger geographical area.

2.) It can phrase in service instead of waiting for entire system to be completed.

3.) It is used more by people who are transit dependent.

4.) It requires no special facilities.

5.) It is a flexible system.

B.) Benefits in using BRTS :-

1.) BRTS is a safe and secure public transport system.

2.) It provides efficient, reliable and frequent services.

3.) Affordable fares.

4.) Promoting social inclusion instead of isolation.

5.) It creates both direct and indirect job in transportation and construction industries.

6.) It reduces pollution.

7.) It helps in reduction of harmful pollutants greenhouse gases.

8.) It creates economic development in and around the areas of BRT operation.

9.) It plays an important role in time management.

10.) It helps in decrease in road congestion.

11.) Helpful in enhancing the urban environment.

12.) It helps in decreasing the energy consumption as well as vehicle emissions.