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The genesis of State Transport Undertakings (STUs) in Tamil Nadu has a notable history:
Establishment of Pallavan Transport Corporation
On January 1, 1972, Pallavan Transport Corporation was established under the Companies Act, 1956. It initially operated buses in Chennai and Chengalpattu and served as the foundation for the emergence of other State Transport Undertakings in the region.
Evolution and Expansion
Between 1972 and 1996, a total of 21 STUs were created through bifurcation, marking the expansion and development of public transportation services in Tamil Nadu. These undertakings emerged from the division of existing entities and played a crucial role in providing transportation services across different regions.
- Employees: 118,025
- Corporates: 8
- Regions: 26
- Buses: 20,258
Merging of STUs and Current Status
The process of merging STUs commenced in 2001, aiming to streamline operations and optimize resources. Presently, Tamil Nadu operates with a consolidated total of eight STUs, each catering to specific regions within the state:
- Metropolitan Transport Corporation Limited
- State Express Transport Corporation Limited
- Tamilnadu State Transport Corporation (Villupuram) Limited
- Tamilnadu State Transport Corporation (Kumbakonam) Limited
- Tamilnadu State Transport Corporation (Salem) Limited
- Tamilnadu State Transport Corporation (Coimbatore) Limited
- Tamilnadu State Transport Corporation (Madurai) Limited
- Tamilnadu State Transport Corporation (Tirunelveli) Limited
These STUs collectively manage and operate bus services across various districts and cities within Tamil Nadu, ensuring efficient and extensive transportation facilities for the public.