Madhya Pradesh is set to unveil an ambitious roadmap for transforming its public transport ecosystem, with state Chief Minister (CM) Dr Mohan Yadav scheduled to inaugurate the Yatri Parivahan Vision Summit 2026 on September 11 at the Brilliant Convention Centre in Indore. The two-day national summit is expected to bring together policymakers, transport experts, technology providers, investors and industry leaders to deliberate on the future of safe, smart and sustainable passenger mobility.

The summit aims to lay the foundation for a modern public transport network that not only improves commuter convenience but also strengthens governance, encourages private investment and promotes digital innovation across the state's transport sector.

CM Dr Yadav to present MP Mobility Vision 2030

CM Dr Mohan Yadav will ceremoniously inaugurate the summit and outline the government's Madhya Pradesh Passenger Mobility Vision 2030. During his address, he is expected to highlight the proposed Chief Minister Sugam Parivahan Seva Yojana and discuss the growing role of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in strengthening passenger transport services across the state.

The Chief Minister will also interact with representatives from the industry, investors and policymakers to explore collaborative opportunities for developing a robust mobility ecosystem. He is also slated to release the summit's commemorative knowledge publication during the inaugural session.

National platform for innovation, collaboration

The Yatri Parivahan Vision Summit 2026 is being positioned as one of India's leading forums dedicated to the future of passenger transport. The event will bring together senior government officials, urban transport planners, transport authorities, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), financial institutions, technology firms and other stakeholders.

Discussions will revolve around the adoption of intelligent transport systems, electric mobility, Artificial Intelligence-driven fleet management, digital ticketing, integrated mobility solutions and PPP-based innovations. The summit seeks to accelerate the transition towards smart, secure, sustainable and digitally enabled public transport through technological advancement and strategic partnerships.

Packed agenda over 2 days

The opening day will feature inaugural sessions, keynote addresses, high-level panel discussions, industry exhibitions, networking engagements and knowledge-sharing sessions. Deliberations will primarily focus on policy reforms, innovation, investment opportunities and the future direction of passenger transport in Madhya Pradesh.

On the second day, delegates will undertake a cultural heritage tour of Ujjain, including a visit to the revered Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple. The initiative is intended to showcase the state's rich cultural heritage while promoting Madhya Pradesh's tourism potential alongside the summit.

Key themes on the agenda

The summit will host discussions on a wide range of mobility-related issues, including the implementation of MP Mobility Vision 2030, PPP models for bus operations and Intelligent Transport Management Systems (ITMS), investment opportunities in future-ready transport infrastructure, AI-powered analytics for intra-city and inter-city bus route planning, financially sustainable public bus operations, passenger safety and service reliability, green mobility through cleaner fuels and next-generation vehicle fleets, integrated ticketing and automated fare collection systems, and leveraging Central Government schemes to generate employment and entrepreneurship in the passenger transport sector.