Major Gathering of Transport Industry Leaders Highlights Growth, Digital Transformation, and Future Opportunities
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Transport, Dayashankar Singh, inaugurated the “Pravas 5 Curtain Raiser” programme by lighting the ceremonial lamp at Hotel Ornate in Lucknow. The event brought together prominent stakeholders from the transport industry, including bus and car operators, business leaders, and policymakers from across the country.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by Satish Gautam and Rajeev Gumber, among other distinguished guests.
Addressing the gathering, Minister Dayashankar Singh praised the organizers for successfully creating a common platform for bus and car owners. He said such initiatives strengthen industry collaboration and contribute significantly to the development of the transport sector.
“The transport industry is a vital component of Uttar Pradesh’s economy, and the government remains committed to supporting its growth,” he said.
Highlighting the state’s infrastructure achievements, the minister noted that Uttar Pradesh has developed the highest number of expressways in the country. These projects, he said, have been planned keeping the needs and convenience of transport operators in mind, thereby improving connectivity and boosting economic activity.
He also acknowledged the contribution of transporters from across India to the successful organization of the recent Mahakumbh, describing their role as invaluable in ensuring smooth movement and logistics during the mega event.
Digital Transformation Benefiting Transporters
The minister informed participants that most services of the Transport Department have now been digitized, enabling transporters across Uttar Pradesh and the country to access services more efficiently.
Services such as challan settlement, vehicle registration certificates (RC), insurance-related procedures, and other transport-related facilities are now available online, enhancing transparency, reducing paperwork, and improving ease of access for citizens and industry stakeholders alike.
“Transporters and the Transport Department are like two wheels of the same vehicle. Only through cooperation and coordination can we build a stronger transport ecosystem and accelerate Uttar Pradesh’s overall development,” he remarked.
Industry Leaders Discuss Challenges and Opportunities
The event was organized jointly by ABCOF and BOCI Uttar Pradesh and witnessed participation from leading representatives of the transport and mobility sector from across India.
BOCI President Prasanna Patwardhan highlighted the achievements of the organization and its efforts to strengthen the industry. Industry experts including Rakesh Kalra, Anil Dixit, Gurmeet Singh Taneja, Manik Chawla, and Naresh Grover shared their perspectives on the challenges facing the sector and discussed possible solutions for sustainable growth.
‘Yellow Plate App’ Launched
One of the major highlights of the programme was the launch of the “Yellow Plate App,” presented by Kiran Desai. The app is being described as a first-of-its-kind technological initiative designed specifically for bus and car operators in Uttar Pradesh.
The platform aims to streamline industry operations and provide digital support to commercial vehicle operators, reflecting the growing role of technology in the transport sector.
Among those present at the event were Dharamraj D.R., Harsh Kotak, Siddiq Gandhi, Rajesh Prashar, Srinidhi K. Pal, Mahendra Lule, Jagdev Singh, Gursharan Singh, Sandeep Dhoopar, Ashok Chaudhary, and several other prominent members of the transport community.
The programme concluded with the organizers expressing gratitude to the dignitaries, industry participants, and media representatives for their support and participation in making the event a success.
