BMTC starts full bus-wrap advertisements; aims to generate ₹3 crore revenue every month
2 months ago

BMTC starts full bus-wrap advertisements; aims to generate ₹3 crore revenue every month

The Hindu  

In a move to enhance revenue generation through alternative means, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation has started to fully wrap its 3,000 non-AC buses with BMTC officials estimate this initiative will generate over ₹3 crore revenue every month. A senior BMTC official said, “We have awarded a tender to wrap buses with Adherence to guidelines The To address environmental concerns, BMTC has opted for eco-friendly materials for these Passenger visibility concerns In 2018, stickers were removed from the lower glass panels of 4,000 buses after passengers raised concerns. It’s also good to know that the materials won’t harm the buses.” However, Rajesh K., another commuter, from Rajajinagar disagreed, saying, “While the revenue is necessary, the Cost and revenue The cost of installing In the financial year 2023-24, BMTC earned ₹811 crore through non-traffic revenue streams such as leasing land, bus station spaces, stalls, offices, and parking facilities. The BMTC’s initiative follows a similar effort by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited, which issued a tender in October 2024 to wrap metro train coaches with advertisements as part of its non-fare revenue strategy.

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BMTC launches 5 mobile service vans to cater to its buses in Bengaluru
1 week, 2 days ago

BMTC launches 5 mobile service vans to cater to its buses in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

To enhance bus maintenance and improve service efficiency, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation launched five newly-procured ‘Mobile Service Vans’ on March 24. At present, two existing MSVs are deployed to cover areas around Outer Ring Road in Marathahalli and at Kempegowda Bus Stand. To provide better transport facilities for commuters and to reduce air pollution in the city, electric buses …

Bengaluru Metro considers cargo transport to boost non-fare revenue
1 week, 6 days ago

Bengaluru Metro considers cargo transport to boost non-fare revenue

The Hindu  

Following a sharp hike in metro fares, which has made commuting costlier for passengers, Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd is now exploring alternative revenue streams. A senior BMRCL official confirmed the corporation’s interest in the cargo transport model, stating that it could be an effective strategy to increase non-fare revenue. Bengaluru reacts to the metro fare revision In Delhi, metro …

Bengaluru Metro eyes cargo services to boost revenue with logistics tie-ups: Report
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2 weeks ago

Bengaluru Metro eyes cargo services to boost revenue with logistics tie-ups: Report

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru’s Namma Metro is set to expand its operations beyond passenger services by venturing into cargo transportation, reported Money Control. Rao emphasized that the move would be beneficial for both BMRCL and logistics companies, as the metro provides the fastest transport option in the city while also generating additional revenue for the corporation. Taking inspiration from Delhi Metro, Bengaluru Metro …

Rs 5.3k crore for Shakti, big push for electric buses in Karnataka
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Rs 5.3k crore for Shakti, big push for electric buses in Karnataka

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: To fund the popular Shakti scheme, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah allocated Rs 5,300 crore in the state budget. “In line with the goal of a cleaner environment, the budget prioritises the induction of e-buses, aiming to introduce 14,750 new electric vehicles under PM e-DRIVE, PM-eBus Sewa and externally aided projects,” announced Siddaramaiah. Additionally, 1,000 new diesel buses will be inducted …

Karnataka Budget 2025: Bengaluru to get 9,000 new electric buses as state focuses on green public transport
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Karnataka Budget 2025: Bengaluru to get 9,000 new electric buses as state focuses on green public transport

Hindustan Times  

In a major push towards sustainable urban mobility, the Karnataka government has allocated 9,000 new electric buses to the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation under various central and externally aided projects, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced in his budget speech on Thursday. Bengaluru to get 9,000 new electric buses for better public infrastructure. Additionally, the government plans to introduce 1,000 new diesel …

Bengaluru Metro fares surge, revenue gets 'booster dose' but ridership drops
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru Metro fares surge, revenue gets 'booster dose' but ridership drops

India Today  

The recent 47 per cent increase in Bengaluru Metro fares from February 9 has provided a much-needed financial boost to BMRCL, but at the cost of declining ridership. Before the fare revision, Bengaluru Metro generated around Rs 2 crore daily from operations. With annual losses ranging between Rs 400-500 crore due to high operational costs, Bengaluru Metro has been in …

BMTC achieves ₹1 crore daily revenue through UPI transactions
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BMTC achieves ₹1 crore daily revenue through UPI transactions

The Hindu  

In a significant milestone for digital payments in public transport, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation has successfully achieved ₹1 crore in daily revenue through Unified Payments Interface transactions. In January 2025 alone, UPI transactions have already contributed ₹19.66 crore,” officials said Strategic initiatives BMTC officials attributed this success to several strategic initiatives, including brainstorming sessions with depot managers and senior …

Aero India 2025: All you need to know about traffic diversions, parking advisory, BMTC shuttle service from Feb 10 to 14 in Bengaluru
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Aero India 2025: All you need to know about traffic diversions, parking advisory, BMTC shuttle service from Feb 10 to 14 in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

City police have requested Kempegowda International Airport commuters to use alternative roads to the airport and back, and not use Ballari Road from February 10 to 14, as the road will likely be choked with traffic due to the Aero India 2025 biennial air show organised during these days at the Yelahanka Air Force Base. Private buses, goods vehicles banned …

Aero India: 180 BMTC buses to be deployed for seamless commute
2 months ago

Aero India: 180 BMTC buses to be deployed for seamless commute

The Hindu  

With preparations in full swing for the 15th edition of Aero India 2025 to be held at the Yelahanka Air Force Station, authorities have announced a series of measures to ensure smooth traffic management and ease the commuting woes of visitors. The Indian Air Force has taken 180 Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation buses on a casual contract to provide seamless …

Bengaluru metro to begin services at 6 am on Republic Day, adds 20 extra trips on green and purple lines
2 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru metro to begin services at 6 am on Republic Day, adds 20 extra trips on green and purple lines

Hindustan Times  

To facilitate smooth travel on Republic Day, Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited has announced extended services for commuters. In addition to the early start, BMRCL will run 20 extra trips on both the green and purple lines to accommodate the increased footfall expected for the Lalbagh Flower Show and the Republic Day event at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, Madavara. …

Bengaluru Metro travel to get expensive, fares set to rise by 45%
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru Metro travel to get expensive, fares set to rise by 45%

Live Mint  

Metro commuters in Bengaluru may soon face a 45 per cent hike in fares, significantly increasing travel costs across the city. The latest development has come a few days after the Karnataka government increased bus fares by 15 per cent. "The cabinet has decided to revise the bus fare of the four state transport corporations of Karnataka State Road Transport …

BMTC pushes UPI, aims at Rs 1 crore transactions daily
2 months, 2 weeks ago

BMTC pushes UPI, aims at Rs 1 crore transactions daily

New Indian Express  

BMTC Chief Traffic Manager GT Prabhakar Reddy, confirmed the sensitisation efforts to TNIE: “Except for around 10% of our buses, all buses have static QR codes on bus panels. “Earlier, only Rs 20-25 lakh of the daily Rs 3 crore revenue came from UPI payments. Now, it has crossed Rs 60 lakh,” Reddy said, adding that BMTC aims to hit …

BMTC pushes digital payments by implementing static UPI QR codes in buses
2 months, 2 weeks ago

BMTC pushes digital payments by implementing static UPI QR codes in buses

The Hindu  

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation has made strides in enhancing cashless travel by implementing static UPI QR codes in 75% of its bus fleet. BMTC officials said that UPI transactions now contribute 20% of the corporation’s daily ticket revenue, amounting to approximately ₹60 lakh daily. Digital payments not only streamline the ticketing process but also ensure greater transparency,” said a …

First-ever electric AC buses in Bengaluru begin trial runs, aims for cost-efficiency: Report
2 months, 2 weeks ago

First-ever electric AC buses in Bengaluru begin trial runs, aims for cost-efficiency: Report

Hindustan Times  

In a first, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation has introduced electric air-conditioned buses for trial in the city. According to the Deccan Herald report, this marks the debut of AC electric buses in Bengaluru’s public transport network. In contrast, Vayu Vajra buses cost ₹84 per kilometer but generate only ₹72.33 in revenue per kilometer. Similarly, Vajra buses operating on tech …

BMTC launches first air-conditioned electric buses in Bengaluru on trial run
2 months, 2 weeks ago

BMTC launches first air-conditioned electric buses in Bengaluru on trial run

The Hindu  

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation has introduced its first fleet of air-conditioned electric buses, which are currently undergoing trial runs. With this launch, the BMTC aims to replace its aging Volvo buses operating on the Vajra and the Vayu Vajra airport routes with environment friendly air-conditioned electric buses. This marks the first time the BMTC has added air-conditioned electric buses …

Bengaluru: BMTC increases bus pass rates across categories from Thursday
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru: BMTC increases bus pass rates across categories from Thursday

Hindustan Times  

Following the recent hike in bus fares, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation has announced an increase in bus pass prices, effective from Thursday. Additionally, the monthly pass for Vayu Vajra services—AC buses connecting to Kempegowda International Airport—has risen to ₹4,000 from ₹3,755. Students commuting on AC buses will also face higher costs, as the monthly pass price has been raised …

Karnataka free bus scheme: Government owes ₹1,694 crore to state transport corporations
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka free bus scheme: Government owes ₹1,694 crore to state transport corporations

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government is yet to settle dues amounting to ₹1,694.42 crore with four state-run road transport corporations for the implementation of the Shakti scheme. Introduced on June 11, 2023, just weeks after the Congress government took office, the Shakti scheme allows women to travel for free on non-luxury buses across Karnataka. Replying a starred question raised by BJP MLA …

25 per cent of BMTC buses overaged: CAG report
3 months, 2 weeks ago

25 per cent of BMTC buses overaged: CAG report

New Indian Express  

BELAGAVI: The Comptroller General of India revealed that the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation has been operating outdated and ‘overaged’ buses. Nearly 25% of BMTC’s buses were classified as overaged, exceeding their stipulated lifespan as per norms. The audit found that between 2017-18 and 2021-22, 12.60% to 29.08 % of BMTC fleet — 841 to 1,909 ordinary buses had surpassed their …

Bengaluru to get 320 AC electric buses by April 2025: Report
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru to get 320 AC electric buses by April 2025: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Bengaluru Metro Transport Corporation is all set to add new electric air-conditioned buses to its fleet in essential city routes, reported The Hindu. A total of AC electric 320 buses are likely to be operated in Bengaluru starting in March 2025. Bengaluru to get 320 AC electric buses by April 2025: Report According to the report, BMTC plans to …

Karnataka’s four road transport corporations shell out ₹20.55 crore monthly in toll payments
1 year, 1 month ago

Karnataka’s four road transport corporations shell out ₹20.55 crore monthly in toll payments

The Hindu  

The four road transport corporations have made a toll payment of ₹20.55 crore on an average every month, according to data from the Transport Department. Mr. Reddy said: “Earlier, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation had requested the NHAI for toll concessions for corporation buses, given its status as a State-run public service company. Mr. Reddy stated that last November …

BMTC staff convert end-of-life bus into mobile canteen in Bengaluru
1 year, 1 month ago

BMTC staff convert end-of-life bus into mobile canteen in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Instead of ferrying passengers from one point to another, this Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation bus now dishes out food to the staff in the depots through a mobile canteen made out of a scrapped bus. This unique initiative is the result of the efforts of a group of BMTC employees who transformed a scrapped bus into a mobile canteen for …

BMTC mulling reintroduction of ‘Pink Buses’ in Bengaluru amidst Shakti scheme’s success
1 year, 1 month ago

BMTC mulling reintroduction of ‘Pink Buses’ in Bengaluru amidst Shakti scheme’s success

The Hindu  

As Karnataka’s Shakti Scheme is seeing huge success and has led to an increased women ridership on buses, Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation is now considering the reintroduction of ‘Pink buses’ buses in Bengaluru. The pink bus idea is good and we are exploring the possibility of introducing new pink buses in the BMTC fleet, exclusively dedicated to women passengers,” he …

BMTC to provide feeder buses on permanent lease to companies and factories from April 1
1 year, 2 months ago

BMTC to provide feeder buses on permanent lease to companies and factories from April 1

The Hindu  

In a huge push to promote public transport, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation on Tuesday announced that metro feeder services will be provided on a permanent contract basis for the use of staff of various companies and factories from April 1, in the backdrop of the expansion of metro services to the suburbs of Whitefield. Various kinds of BMTC buses …

Bengaluru will get 1,400 new electric buses by April 2024: Karnataka Chief Minister
1 year, 3 months ago

Bengaluru will get 1,400 new electric buses by April 2024: Karnataka Chief Minister

India Today  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced on Tuesday that 1,400 new electric buses will be included into the fleet of the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation by April 2024. In an effort to promote green mobility in the city, the Chief Minister flagged off 100 electric buses in Bengaluru today and took a brief trip along with his deputy, DK Shivakumar. The …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces addition of 1,400 electric buses to BMTC fleet by April 2024
1 year, 3 months ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces addition of 1,400 electric buses to BMTC fleet by April 2024

Hindustan Times  

In good news for commuters in Bengaluru, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation is all set to add around 1,400 new electric buses to its fleet, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced on Tuesday. CM Siddaramaiah said the 1,400 new buses will be added to the BMTC's fleet by April next year. CM Siddaramaiah spoke to reporters about the matter and said …

By April, 1,400 new electric buses will be inducted in BMTC: Karnataka CM
1 year, 3 months ago

By April, 1,400 new electric buses will be inducted in BMTC: Karnataka CM

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said that 1,400 new electric buses will be added to the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation by April next year. "So far, Karnataka women have undertaken 120 crore rides in state transport buses for free since the launch of the Shakti scheme. The new electric buses have been added to promote public transport services …

BMTC to receive 921 electric buses by March 2024, says Minister Ramalinga Reddy
1 year, 3 months ago

BMTC to receive 921 electric buses by March 2024, says Minister Ramalinga Reddy

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: The state government has initiated measures to boost the fleet of electric buses in the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation. Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy informed the Legislative Council today that by the end of March 2024, BMTC is slated to receive 921 electric buses as part of the government's initiative. The minister outlined that, to date, BMTC has acquired 90 …

BMTC plans to replace Airport Volvo buses with electric AC buses soon
1 year, 5 months ago

BMTC plans to replace Airport Volvo buses with electric AC buses soon

The Hindu  

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation plans to replace most of the Airport Volvo buses with electric AC buses soon. According to a senior BMTC official, the BMTC recently called for a Request for Proposal for selecting a service provider for procurement, operation and maintenance of “320 low floor, 400mm floor height city type AC electric buses on GCC model under …

35 Bengaluru Metro feeder buses inaugurated; CEOs, top bureaucrats take bus ride
1 year, 5 months ago

35 Bengaluru Metro feeder buses inaugurated; CEOs, top bureaucrats take bus ride

India Today  

As many as 35 Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation Metro feeder service buses were inaugurated in Bengaluru on Wednesday. Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy inaugurated the 35 feeder buses, which will operate on two routes in the city. There will be a lot of changes in the next six months for BMTC," Reddy said while travelling in one of the newly …

Prototype of new electric bus flagged off, 921 new electric buses to join BMTC fleet by end of financial year
1 year, 8 months ago

Prototype of new electric bus flagged off, 921 new electric buses to join BMTC fleet by end of financial year

The Hindu  

Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation flagged off a prototype of the new set of 921 electric buses manufactured by Tata Motors. BMTC already has a fleet of 390 electric buses which these 921 new buses will join, taking the total number of electric buses on city streets to 1,311 by the end of this fiscal year. Transport minister Ramalinga Reddy who …

BMTC to procure 120 electric mini-buses
1 year, 10 months ago

BMTC to procure 120 electric mini-buses

The Hindu  

Bengaluru The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation is in the process of procuring 120 mini-buses to cater as metro feeder services, and serve the last mile connectivity in the city, said Sathyavathi G., Managing Director of BMTC. Watch | BMTC’s G. Sathyavathi on introducing more mini buses, and airport e-buses Now, there are MIDI buses operating in the city routes as …

BMTC buses to ply from Bengaluru to Chikkaballapura
2 years ago

BMTC buses to ply from Bengaluru to Chikkaballapura

Hindustan Times  

In good news for frequent commuters between Bengaluru and Chikkaballapura, the Karnataka transport department has agreed to run Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation buses between the two cities. Karnataka health minister Dr K Sudhakar Karnataka health minister Dr K Sudhakar, who is an MLA from the Chikkaballapura assembly constituency, shared a notice from the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation and said …

‘We have buses but no drivers’: Bengaluru public transport faces staff shortage
2 years, 6 months ago

‘We have buses but no drivers’: Bengaluru public transport faces staff shortage

Hindustan Times  

The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation faces a severe staff crunch and over 1,000 buses are lying idle - leaving commuters irritated - because there is nobody to drive them. The city actually needs around 12,000 buses on its streets to provide effective mass public transport. READ | BMTC bus driver requests euthanasia in letter to President, PM Media company The …

Over 60 L people in Bengaluru travelled in BMTC free buses on August 15
2 years, 7 months ago

Over 60 L people in Bengaluru travelled in BMTC free buses on August 15

Hindustan Times  

On August 15, Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation celebrated the 25th anniversary and a record number of commuters had accessed the free bus rides that were offered by the public transport. Over 60 lakh people had accessed BMTC buses on August 15 in Bengaluru. The sharp increase in the number of people who used public transport buses on August 15 has …

In Bengaluru, BMTC marks 25 years on Independence Day; Twitter shows support
2 years, 7 months ago

In Bengaluru, BMTC marks 25 years on Independence Day; Twitter shows support

Hindustan Times  

As India celebrated 75 years of freedom, the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation observed 25 years of its inception and offered free rides to all commuters in the state capital of Karnataka on Monday. It has been 25 years since the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation was established and demand for the public transport seems to be rising steadily amid Bengaluru's daily …

New electric buses on Bengaluru roads. Here are some interesting things to know
2 years, 7 months ago

New electric buses on Bengaluru roads. Here are some interesting things to know

Hindustan Times  

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation has introduced 300 electric buses, which have been dedicated to the "citizens of the city" by the state government. Five bus routes have been identified to run these newly introduced electric buses. These electric buses will run between Kempegowda Bus Station to Vidyaranyapura, Shivajinagar to Yelahanka, Yelahanka to Kengeri, Kempegowda Bus Station to Yelahanka Satellite …

Bengaluru: 75 new generation electric buses hit city roads
2 years, 7 months ago

Bengaluru: 75 new generation electric buses hit city roads

India TV News  

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Sunday flagged off 75 "Switch EiV 12 buses" to cater to the needs of the people in Bengaluru. Switch Mobility Ltd's "new technologically advanced" electric buses are a part of the 300-strong electric bus order and would be inducted into the fleet of the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation. Switch Mobility, the next-generation carbon-neutral …

Bengaluru’s number of vehicles doubles in a decade, but BMTC fleet size remains stagnant
2 years, 10 months ago

Bengaluru’s number of vehicles doubles in a decade, but BMTC fleet size remains stagnant

The Hindu  

Bengaluru’s infamous traffic snarls may have inspired many a meme and film, the city’s population and private vehicle count may have exploded, but the fleet size of the public transport utility has remained unchanged. The BMTC has a fleet size of 6,763 buses and on an average, 25 lakh people are using the bus services every day. People advocating for …

Here is how the BMTC is planning for buses to go conductor-less soon
2 years, 11 months ago

Here is how the BMTC is planning for buses to go conductor-less soon

Hindustan Times  

A bus without a conductor is unheard of. The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation is reportedly planning to make its buses conductor-less from next year onwards on a pilot-basis, a report from a leading daily. Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation is planning to make its buses conductor-less from next year onwards. BMTC's Managing Director reportedly said that the corporation is planning to …

After a long gap, BMTC set to induct new buses
3 years, 4 months ago

After a long gap, BMTC set to induct new buses

The Hindu  

After a long delay, Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation is all set to induct nearly 1,000 buses into its existing fleet in six months. In addition to this, under the Smart City project, the corporation will operate 90 non-air conditioned electric buses and another 300 electric-buses under the FAME 2 project. With the pandemic putting a strain on finances, the State …

1,500 e-buses in Bengaluru city in next three years
3 years, 6 months ago

1,500 e-buses in Bengaluru city in next three years

The Hindu  

The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation on Thursday unveiled the first of 90 electric buses that will be operated as feeder services to Namma Metro. If all goes according to plan, over the next three years, Bengaluru will have a fleet of 1,500 electric buses. Rajender Kumar Kataria, Principal Secretary, Transport Department, said the city would participate in the Faster Adoption …

Bengal private bus operators demand fare hike due to diesel price hike, Covid restrictions
4 years, 9 months ago

Bengal private bus operators demand fare hike due to diesel price hike, Covid restrictions

Hindustan Times  

Private bus operators of West Bengal on Tuesday demanded immediate hike in fares owing to mounting diesel cost and Covid-19 related restrictions on the number of passengers that each bus can carry. Joint Council of Bus Syndicate’s General Secretary Tapan Banerjee said that the passenger transport business in West Bengal is facing a “natural death” owing to the situation where …

BMTC introduces flat bus fare system in Bengaluru to replace daily passes; system aimed at minimising contact during travel
4 years, 10 months ago

BMTC introduces flat bus fare system in Bengaluru to replace daily passes; system aimed at minimising contact during travel

Firstpost  

The BMTC’s new flat fare system will minimise contact in buses during travel amid the coronavirus pandemic The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation has introduced a new ‘flat fare’ system for passengers purchasing tickets from conductors. The move comes days after BMTC faced flak for forcing travellers to buy daily passes worth Rs 70 for short distance travel. The new flat …

BMTC reintroduces ticket system instead of daily pass owing to public outrage
4 years, 10 months ago

BMTC reintroduces ticket system instead of daily pass owing to public outrage

India TV News  

The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation on Monday reintroduced bus tickets instead of selling daily bus passes worth Rs 70 after facing public outrage. Apparently to make up for the losses it had suffered during the lockdown, the BMTC had stopped selling the bus tickets from one destination to another and sold only the bus passes of Rs 70 each, which …

Bengaluru's bus system loses least money, thanks to better supply chain strategies, lower staff costs
6 years, 7 months ago

Bengaluru's bus system loses least money, thanks to better supply chain strategies, lower staff costs

Firstpost  

Bengaluru is India’s third most-populous city, but its bus system is not only India’s largest with 6,448 buses, it also lost the least money. By Sravan Pallapothu Mumbai: Bengaluru is India’s third most-populous city, but its bus system is not only India’s largest with 6,448 buses, it also lost the least money over six years to 2016 among eight metropolitan …

It's not fare! BMTC should slash prices
7 years, 2 months ago

It's not fare! BMTC should slash prices

Deccan Chronicle  

The BMTC that runs as a corporation survives on profits, unlike transport divisions of other metros where public buses are funded by the state. Reliability of services and cash flow will take a hit.” Read| GUEST COLUMN| BMTC, don’t deny funds from government, you are here to serve us His statement was soon after Transport Minister Revanna’s announcement on reducing …

Many takers for metro feeder bus passes in Bengaluru
7 years, 3 months ago

Many takers for metro feeder bus passes in Bengaluru

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: A simple move by the BMTC at the Baiyappanahalli Metro station in May this year has turned out to be a big success in achieving inter- modal integration. A BMTC pass counter opened at the terminal station of the Metro's purple line for commuters using its feeder bus services is receiving huge response as it is making it easier …

Bengaluru Police says 15,000 personnel, 800 CCTVs and 750 patrol vehicles to ensure citizens' safety on 31 December
7 years, 3 months ago

Bengaluru Police says 15,000 personnel, 800 CCTVs and 750 patrol vehicles to ensure citizens' safety on 31 December

Firstpost  

About 15,000 police personnel, including 500 women constables will be on duty on Sunday night across the city to ensure revellers usher in the New Year peacefully in Bengaluru Bengaluru: Thousands of police personnel would be on duty across the city on the night of 31 December to ensure safe New Year’s celebrations, said a top police official on Thursday. …

AC bus fares to be cut, but not of non-AC: Karnataka Transport Minister
7 years, 3 months ago

AC bus fares to be cut, but not of non-AC: Karnataka Transport Minister

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: “BMTC is considering reducing the fares of air-conditioned buses as the patronage has fallen to unprofitable levels,” Transport Minister Revanna told Deccan Chronicle. Asked about lack of tax exemption, a demand by Bus Bhagya campaigners who believe state taxes are the biggest hurdle for BMTC to reduce fares and increase the number of buses, Revanna said, “We have waived …

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