Here is a complete, detailed guide to the most useful local apps and websites that a new tourist or city visitor in Ratlam can rely on — so you don’t need to look anywhere else for information on travel, navigation, bookings, local services, transport, food, and more.
1. Getting Around (Transport)
While the city is traditional, ride-hailing and tracking have become quite efficient.
- Uber / Ola: Both are active in Ratlam. Uber Go is the most reliable for trips from the Ratlam Junction to hotels or the Do Batti area. Use these to avoid bargaining with local rickshaws.
- Chalo App: This is the best app for Live Bus Tracking. If you are using the local city buses to reach areas like Sailana or the outskirts, this app tells you exactly where the bus is and when it will arrive at your stop.
- Savaari: Excellent for booking Outstation Cabs. If you plan to visit the Cactus Garden (Sailana) or Dholawad Dam and want a car for the whole day, use Savaari for transparent billing.
- IRCTC Rail Connect: Essential for anyone arriving by train. Ratlam is a major junction; this app helps you check PNR status and platform numbers (especially for the long walk between platforms 1 and 7).
2. Official Government Portals
For official maps, local news, and administrative help, these are the only websites you need:
- Ratlam.nic.in: The official District Administration website. It has a dedicated “Tourism” section with updated details on historical sites like Gulab Chakkar and Bilpank Temple.
- Rmcratlam.in: The Ratlam Municipal Corporation website. Use this for a list of public toilets, community centers, and city-wide public notices.
- MP e-District Portal: If you are an expat or staying long-term and need any local certificates or residence permits, this is the portal used by the Madhya Pradesh government.
3. Local News & Updates
- Ratlam News (App): Available on the Google Play Store, this is the most popular local Hindi news portal. It’s great for checking if there are any local festivals, road closures, or special events happening during your stay.
4. Food & Essentials (Delivery)
Ratlam is famous for its food, and you can get it delivered to your hotel room or even your train seat.
- Swiggy / Zomato: Both are fully operational. You can order the famous Ratlami Sev from local legends like Shanti Namkeen or Ratan Sev Store through these apps.
- Domino’s App: For late-night cravings, Domino’s on Subhash Marg is one of the few reliable late-night delivery options in the city.
- Swiggy Instamart: Use this for quick delivery of groceries, water bottles, or travel toiletries to your hotel within 20–30 minutes.
Digital Reference Table
| Category | App/Website | Best For |
| Cab | Uber | City travel & upfront pricing |
| Bus | Chalo | Tracking local city buses |
| Food | Swiggy | Ordering Ratlami Sev & Thalis |
| Official | Ratlam.nic.in | Tourist site info & maps |
| Emergency | 112 India App | One-touch emergency assistance |
