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24th June, 2022

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  • The Mo BUS service of Odisha state has been recognised by the United Nations (UNs) as one of 10 global recipients of the annual Public Service Awards for 2022.
    • The Bus service was awarded for its role in promoting gender-responsive public services to achieve the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals).
  • Mo Bus service was launched in 2018 to "transform the urban public transport sector through the use of smart technology.
  • The main objective of the initiative was to ensure quality services to achieve customer satisfaction.
  • It provides an integrated, reliable and inclusive bus service system.
  • The Bus has services like;
    • Live tracking
    • Travel planner
    • On-board Wi-Fi
    • Digital announcements
    • Surveillance cameras
    • Electronic ticketing
  • An e-rickshaw system called ‘Mo E-Ride’ was also introduced to ensure last-mile connectivity.
    • It reduced pollution by 30-50%.
  • It Promoted gender equality and ensured the socio-economic development of the marginalized section.
    • Nearly 40% of Mo Bus conductors are women.
    • About 100% of Mo E-Ride drivers are women, transgender people, and people from disadvantaged communities.
    • It increased women’s participation in the workforce.
    • It made women riders feel safer.

 

UN Public Service Award

  • The Un Public Service Awards is the most prestigious international recognition of excellence in public service.
  • It aims to reward the innovative achievements and contributions made toward public service.

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-odishas-mo-bus-recipient-un-public-service-award-7986957/

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