KSRTC Starts Pampa–Coimbatore Service for Pilgrims; More Routes Planned

Sabarimala: KSRTC has introduced new interstate services from Pampa to accommodate the rising number of Sabarimala pilgrims and to provide direct connectivity to Tamil Nadu. A new Pampa–Coimbatore service has already begun. The bus departs from Pampa at 9 AM, and the return service from Coimbatore leaves at 9.30 PM.

From Saturday onward, a KSRTC bus from the Punalur depot will also operate on the Pampa–Tenkasi route. The bus from Tenkasi will leave at 7 PM, and the return trip from Pampa will depart at 9 AM. Officials also stated that buses are being prepared to operate services to Palani, Tirunelveli, Cumbum, and Chennai. Services to Karnataka will be scheduled as required, based on passenger demand.

To support these interstate operations, KSRTC has obtained new permits for 67 buses, significantly enhancing its ability to serve pilgrims crossing state borders during the pilgrimage season.