Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh will host the two-day Passenger Transport Vision Summit 2026 at the Brilliant Convention Centre in Indore on September 11 and 12, with Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav set to inaugurate the summit.
The summit will focus on making public transport in Madhya Pradesh more modern, safe, accessible and environmentally friendly, with discussions centred on the Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva.
Transport and School Education Minister Uday Pratap Singh will also participate in the event.
The summit is being organised by Madhya Pradesh Yatri Parivahan and Infrastructure Limited (MPYPIL) in collaboration with Elets Technomedia. It will bring together private bus operators, policymakers, transport experts, state transport undertakings, IT companies and representatives from the automobile and financial sectors.
Industry Expo, MPYPIL Logo and Hackathon
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav will inaugurate the Industry Expo during the summit. The expo will showcase innovations and activities by bus manufacturers, IT companies, financial institutions, industries and government corporations.
A summit souvenir compiled by Elets Technomedia and a special booklet outlining the structure and future plans of the Mukhyamantri Sugam Parivahan Seva will also be released.
The Chief Minister will unveil the new MPYPIL logo, selected through a national-level competition. A hackathon aimed at encouraging mobility startups will also be launched.
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Eight Sessions to Shape MP Mobility Vision
The summit will feature eight sessions covering key issues linked to the future of passenger transport in the state.
Discussions will focus on MP Mobility Vision 2030, including the use of public-private partnerships in bus operations and Intelligent Transport Management Systems (ITMS). Participants will also discuss ways to attract private investment in bus terminals, multimodal hubs, electric mobility and other modern transport infrastructure.
Another session will examine strategies to make public bus operations financially sustainable by reducing dependence on passenger fares and increasing non-fare revenue through advertising, retail, logistics and naming rights.
Focus on Employment, Safety and AI
The summit will also explore how central government schemes can support employment and entrepreneurship in the passenger transport sector. Schemes including PM Mudra Yojana, PMEGP, Startup India, Stand-Up India, PM Skill Development Scheme, PM E-DRIVE, PM-eBus Sewa and the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan will be discussed.
Passenger safety and convenience will form another key area of discussion. Participants will examine the use of CCTV surveillance, emergency response systems, preventive maintenance, real-time passenger information, driver training and grievance redressal mechanisms.
Experts will also discuss AI-based analysis and real-time data for planning intra-city and inter-city bus routes, improving scheduling and rationalising transport services.
Green Mobility and Integrated Ticketing
Green mobility will be another major theme at the Passenger Transport Vision Summit 2026. Discussions will cover electric, hydrogen and flex-fuel buses, charging and refuelling infrastructure, green depots and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
The summit will also explore integrated ticketing and automated fare collection to provide passengers with a smoother travel experience across the state. The discussions will include the National Common Mobility Card, open-loop payment systems and Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) platforms.
Major Companies and Institutions to Participate
Several major companies are expected to participate in the summit, including EKA Mobility, Tata Motors, GreenCell Mobility, Volvo-Eicher Private Limited, Switch Mobility, Aero Eagle Automobile, Yash Technologies, Rapido, Chalo Mobility, Amnex Infotechnologies, Indian Oil Corporation Limited, SBI and Think Gas.
Experts from WRI India, BITS Pilani, CEPT Ahmedabad, KPMG and DIMTS, along with representatives of educational institutions, think tanks and consultancy agencies, will also share their experiences and recommendations.
The summit is expected to provide a platform for the government and transport industry to discuss practical solutions for improving public mobility in Madhya Pradesh. Its focus on technology, private investment, clean energy, safety and integrated services could shape the state’s transport infrastructure and passenger services in the years ahead.
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