Ayudha Pooja Holidays 2026: 6,199 Special Buses to Operate from Chennai

Tamil Nadu Transport Minister Thamizhan Parthiban has announced that 6,199 buses will operate from Chennai between October 15 and October 18 to accommodate passengers travelling to their hometowns for the Ayudha Pooja holidays.

Thousands of employees and college students living in Chennai are expected to travel to their native places during the holiday period. To manage the additional passenger demand, the Transport Department has arranged special bus services to major destinations across Tamil Nadu.

Special Bus Services from October 15 to 18

The special buses will connect Chennai with major cities, including Tiruchirappalli, Coimbatore, Madurai and Kanniyakumari. The additional services are intended to help passengers travel more conveniently and reduce overcrowding during the festive period.

Speaking to reporters in Chennai, Minister Thamizhan Parthiban also stated that a total of 15,656 buses would operate over three days for the upcoming Deepavali festival.

No Truth in Reports of Special Bus Cancellations

The minister clarified that reports circulating about the cancellation of special buses arranged for the festival holidays were false.

Passengers planning to travel during the Ayudha Pooja holidays can check official transport department announcements for updated service details and travel arrangements.