CM Siddaramaiah Lays Foundation for New KSRTC Bus Station at Bannimantap, Mysuru

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19 July

The state-of-the-art terminal will include 75 bus bays, commercial spaces, and parking for over 4,000 two-wheelers and 300 cars

Mysuru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today laid the foundation stone for a new Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus terminal in Bannimantap, Mysuru. The terminal, set to become one of the largest and most modern bus stations in the state, is expected to significantly boost passenger convenience and commercial development in the region.

The new facility will be built on a 14-acre plot with a total built-up area of 4 lakh square feet, and the estimated project cost is ₹120 crore.

"This bus terminal will be a major infrastructure leap for Mysuru, easing urban transport congestion and supporting future growth in passenger volume," a KSRTC official said.

Breakdown of the New Terminal Facilities

Basement Floor – Parking Zone

• 300 Car Parking Spaces

• 4,000 Two-Wheeler Slots

Ground Floor – Passenger Terminal

• 75 Bus Bays

• 35 Idle Parking Bays

• Dedicated Washrooms for Gents, Ladies, and Persons with Disabilities (3 blocks)

• 4 Elevators

• Baby Feeding Room

• Ticket Counters

• Refreshment Room

• Ladies Waiting Hall

• Passenger Seating Arrangements

• Drinking Water Facility

• Luggage Room

• Passenger Waiting Hall

• Commercial Establishments

• Auto and Taxi Stand

First Floor – Administration and Amenities

• Office Spaces

• Crew Rest Room

This terminal is part of the Karnataka government’s continued efforts to modernise public transport infrastructure across major cities. With Mysuru being a key tourism and education hub, the new bus station at Bannimantap is expected to streamline intercity travel, especially during festive seasons and peak tourist months.