Google Maps holiday? This indigenous app created a big blast, now bus-metro journey will be a complete shock – ..

News India Live, Digital Desk: In today’s times, we hesitate in going from one street to another without maps. By now we all have become so accustomed to ‘Google Maps’ that we thought that there could be no alternative to it. But today on the afternoon of 31st December 2025, when we are going to step into the new year 2026, we have another tremendous ‘desi’ option. Maples (Mappls),

Yes, this app of MapmyIndia no longer just shows the route, but it is going to prove to be a boon for those people of India who are troubled by the hustle and bustle of bus and metro every day.

Why is the new update of Maples special?

Often while traveling by metro or bus, we are worried wondering “which platform to go to?” or “Where to change metro?” Google Maps also sometimes lags a bit when it comes to Indian bus stops and small streets. ‘Maples’ has taken advantage of this very thing.

Now such features have been added to this indigenous app which will tell you that-

• At which point you have to catch the bus (Bus Catch Point).
• If you are changing the metro, know where to turn and where to get the train at the interchange station.
• The best thing is that now you can also book your bus and metro tickets directly through this app. This means you will no longer have to stand at the window and wait in long lines, nor will you have to worry about change.

Why is Google Maps getting competition?

In a country like India, Google Maps works quite accurately, but Maps has adapted itself to every nook and corner of India and according to the local language. Many users say that Maples provides detailed information about India’s roads and routes in more detail than Google.

Especially in metropolitan cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Kolkata, where changing routes and finding a new bus every minute is a headache, Maples’ Public Transit Guide seems quite easy and human-friendly.

Data security and privacy assurance

When we use foreign apps, the thought of data security often comes to our mind. Maples is completely an Indian app, and the company claims that users’ data is completely safe. Now in India, people are gradually choosing apps according to their local needs and this is a big proof of being ‘vocal for local’.

Should you try it?

If you also travel by bus or metro every day, then you can start the year 2026 by trying this app. It works well even on low internet speeds and the interface is simple enough for anyone to understand the first time.