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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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