Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has received the Governance Now 12th PSU National Award in the Excellence in Innovation category for its accessibility initiative, Dhwani Spandana. The system is designed to help visually impaired passengers identify buses and navigate public transport more independently. It has been implemented in 200 Mysuru City Transport buses with support from GIZ Germany.
Dhwani Spandana Initiative
Dhwani Spandana is an onboard bus identification and navigation system. It assists visually impaired commuters in recognising the correct bus and planning their movement with greater ease. The initiative addresses a key challenge in public transport accessibility.
Features and Impact
- The system reduces dependence on others for bus identification and travel support.
- It improves confidence among visually impaired passengers.
- It enhances safety during boarding and travel.
- It supports greater freedom of mobility in urban transport.
Implementation in Mysuru
The initiative has been introduced in 200 Mysuru City Transport buses. Mysuru has been chosen as an important urban transport setting for testing and expanding accessibility measures. The project reflects the use of technology in making public transport more inclusive.
Recognition and Significance
The award was presented at the Governance Now Awards ceremony in New Delhi. The recognition marks innovation in public sector transport services and the growing focus on inclusive mobility. It also shows the role of international support, such as that from GIZ Germany, in strengthening accessibility solutions in India.
Last Modified: April 29, 2026