WhatsApp now lets you get DTC bus tickets: Here’s how

You can know buy DTC and DIMTS tickets on WhatsApp by messaging this number.

Here is how you can book DTC tickets on WhatsApp. (Meta)

Meta on Wednesday announced a WhatsApp-based QR ticketing service for DTC (Delhi Transport Corporation) commuters in the Delhi-NCR.

This service is available in both English and Hindi and commuters can use it by sending “Hi” to +91 8744073223 or by scanning the QR code below.

WhatsApp QR code

It currently allows users travelling on DTC and DIMTS (Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System Limited) routes to book single-journey tickets. It also offers a quick purchase feature for commuters who frequently travel on the same route.

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“Each day, millions of commuters rely on local transport services for their daily commutes. We are delighted to introduce the DTC chatbot that aims to redefine travel experience and offer streamlined and efficient transit solutions for commuters across the Delhi NCR region. The introduction of DTC’s QR ticketing service through WhatsApp represents a significant stride in enhancing customer experience, offering a more sophisticated and intelligent approach to local travel,” said Ravi Garg, Business Messaging, Meta India, in a press statement.

Last year, Meta had partnered with the Delhi Metro expand its WhatsApp-based ticketing experience to the Delhi, Noida and Gurugram Rapid metro routes.

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