‘KSRTC buses much needed on Mangaluru-Karkala sector for a comfortable and safe journey’
1 week, 2 days ago

‘KSRTC buses much needed on Mangaluru-Karkala sector for a comfortable and safe journey’

The Hindu  

Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation services were badly needed on the Mangaluru-Karkala sector for a comfortable and safe journey of passengers, said K. Rajaram Bhat, a retired insurance firm officer from Vittal in the district, here on Friday. Travelling in one of the Mangaluru-Karkala services introduced on Thursday, Mr. Bhat told The Hindu that KSRTC buses were also needed as the sector hosts several tourist destinations like Gurupura, Moodbidri and Karkala. Four buses Fighting a prolonged legal battle for over 11 years with private bus operators who held a sway in the sector, the KSRTC was able to introduce the services at last, said its Mangaluru Senior Divisional Controller Rajesh Shetty. First time The sector perhaps saw the operation of KSRTC buses for the first time in the history, except for a brief period of three months during COVID-19 on a temporary basis, Mr. Shetty said.

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KSRTC now sees rise in buses going bust
3 weeks ago

KSRTC now sees rise in buses going bust

New Indian Express  

KOCHI: On October 27, a low-floor bus of the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation caught fire after it left Ernakulam depot for Thodupuzha. Of late, there has been an increase in KSRTC buses developing technical snags, especially after the corporation was forced to shelve plans to procure 370 new buses due to paucity of funds, and instead focus on repairing …

KSRTC moves to cashless payments: UPI facility now available on every bus
1 month, 1 week ago

KSRTC moves to cashless payments: UPI facility now available on every bus

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has launched cashless payment options on its buses, allowing passengers to pay via UPI across the entire KSRTC network. Anbu Kumar, Managing Director of KSRTC, told HT.com that the Electronic Ticketing Machines were introduced in the state ten years ago, but they did not have UPI or card payment facilities. This initiative makes KSRTC …

KSRTC proposes new bus terminal at Bannimantap for long-distance routes
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

KSRTC proposes new bus terminal at Bannimantap for long-distance routes

The Hindu  

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has proposed a new bus terminal at Bannimantap to reduce congestion at the suburban stand and decongest traffic density in the heart of the city. Mr. Srinivas said that at present the suburban stand operates 2,600 services that covers both inter-district, intra-district and inter-state routes and the existing infrastructure was unable to cope with …

KSRTC launches new package tours to Jog Falls and Somanathapura
5 months ago

KSRTC launches new package tours to Jog Falls and Somanathapura

The Hindu  

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has announced the introduction of new package tours from Bengaluru to Jog Falls, and Bengaluru to Somanathapura. The tour route covers key attractions such as Shivamogga, Sagar, Varadahalli, Varadamoola, and Keladi before reaching the Jog Falls. The package also includes several scheduled stops for refreshment, breakfast, and shopping, ensuring a comfortable journey for all …

After Sarige buses, KSRTC to refurbish Airavat fleet
5 months, 1 week ago

After Sarige buses, KSRTC to refurbish Airavat fleet

The Hindu  

For the first time, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation will refurbish four Airavat and Airavat Club Class buses, transforming them into almost-new coaches. A KSRTC official told The Hindu, “After successfully refurbishing the regular Sarige buses, we decided to extend this effort to the premium Airavat fleet.” According to officials, while a new bus costs around ₹40 lakh, refurbishing …

Bus fares to be hiked in Karnataka? KSRTC sends proposal after ₹295 cr loss in last three months
5 months, 1 week ago

Bus fares to be hiked in Karnataka? KSRTC sends proposal after ₹295 cr loss in last three months

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has proposed a 15-20% hike in bus fares as the department is incurring losses due to the Shakti scheme, the free bus scheme for women. KSRTC sends proposal after ₹ 295 cr loss Speaking to news agency PTI, KSRTC chairperson S R Srinivas said, “The increase in ticket prices is inevitable. The hike is …

KSRTC to roll out 300 electric buses for efficient, eco-friendly intercity travel
5 months, 1 week ago

KSRTC to roll out 300 electric buses for efficient, eco-friendly intercity travel

The Hindu  

In a major move aimed at sustainable public transportation, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has announced plans to introduce 300 electric buses across the State. Buses inducted under lease model In January 2023, the KSRTC launched a fleet of intercity AC electric buses branded as ‘EV Power Plus.’ These 50 e-buses, inducted under the GCC model, are currently serving …

KSRTC to launch new long-distance air-conditioned sleeper bus services from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, Puri: Report
5 months, 1 week ago

KSRTC to launch new long-distance air-conditioned sleeper bus services from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, Puri: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation is set to launch its longest daily bus services to date, connecting Bengaluru with cities like Ahmedabad and Puri, which are both around 1,500 kilometres away from the Karnataka capital, the Deccan Herald reported. READ | KSRTC introduces new ‘Ashwamedha’ service between Mysuru, Bengaluru KSRTC Managing Director V. Anbukumar spoke to the publication and …

KSRTC to introduce seater-cum-sleeper buses in Karnataka
6 months ago

KSRTC to introduce seater-cum-sleeper buses in Karnataka

The Hindu  

Bengaluru As demand for sleeper buses increases following the introduction of the ‘Pallakki’ service, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has floated a tender to procure 30 seater-cum-sleeper coaches and 70 non-AC sleeper coaches. This marks KSRTC’s debut in incorporating seater-cum-sleeper buses into its fleet. In October 2023, KSRTC launched 40 non-AC sleeper buses named ‘Pallakki’, operating on routes covering …

Cashless travel to be implemented in KSRTC buses in two months
6 months, 1 week ago

Cashless travel to be implemented in KSRTC buses in two months

The Hindu  

The hassle of carrying cash for passengers and finding change for conductors will soon come to an end as the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation will introduce electronic ticketing machines in two months. Within the next two months, bus conductors will be equipped with ETMs capable of accepting Unified Payments Interface and other cashless transaction modes. Additionally, the introduction of …

KSRTC breathes new life into 1,850 old buses
6 months, 2 weeks ago

KSRTC breathes new life into 1,850 old buses

The Hindu  

As many as 1,850 old Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation buses have gotten a new lease of life since 2022 till this May, as the corporation has refurbished vehicles which have clocked 10 lakh kilometres, transforming them into almost brand new buses. Shakti demand Following the launch of the Shakti scheme, which provides free travel for women in State-owned non-premium …

Service bus stand will be refurbished at a cost of ₹3 crore, says Mangaluru Mayor
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Service bus stand will be refurbished at a cost of ₹3 crore, says Mangaluru Mayor

The Hindu  

February 28, 2024 07:08 pm | Updated 07:08 pm IST - MANGALURU Mayor Sudheer Shetty Kannur said here on Wednesday that the service bus stand, near the office of the Deputy Commissioner, will be refurbished at a cost of ₹3 crore to be given to Mangaluru City Corporation by Mangaluru Smart City Ltd. Replying to a question by activist G.K. …

Karnataka’s four road transport corporations shell out ₹20.55 crore monthly in toll payments
9 months, 4 weeks 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 …

KSRTC provides ₹10 lakh aid to family of accident victim
10 months ago

KSRTC provides ₹10 lakh aid to family of accident victim

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation on Monday issued ₹10 lakh accident relief amount to the dependents of a passenger who died in a mishap while travelling in the public bus. A KSRTC bus met with an accident on February 4 near Bhage, Sakleshpur, when G N Amruth, aged 34 died on the spot. In order to provide more financial assistance …

Madras HC allows private buses to operate from Koyambedu
10 months, 1 week ago

Madras HC allows private buses to operate from Koyambedu

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: In a temporary relief to omnibus operators, the Madras High Court on Friday allowed them to pick up and drop passengers at their private garages in and around Koyambedu while operating buses to southern districts as done before the launch of Kalaignar Centenary Bus Terminus in Kilambakkam. “Even while the buses were being operated from Chennai Mofussil Bus Terminus …

KSRTC launches 100 new Ashvamedha Classic buses in Karnataka
10 months, 2 weeks ago

KSRTC launches 100 new Ashvamedha Classic buses in Karnataka

The Hindu  

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah flagged off 100 upgraded versions of Karnataka Sarige buses, operated by the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, on Monday. “The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation is introducing 1,000 buses this year, with the inauguration of 100 buses taking place today. #Karnataka CM @siddaramaiah today launched KSRTC 100 new buses which are upgraded versions of the Karnataka Sarige …

KSRTC introduces new ‘Ashwamedha’ service between Mysuru, Bengaluru
10 months, 2 weeks ago

KSRTC introduces new ‘Ashwamedha’ service between Mysuru, Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday flagged off 100 new “Ashwamedha” buses by the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, designated to serve on the Bengaluru to Mysuru route. “The Chief Minister @siddaramaiah inaugurated 100 New Design Karnataka Transport Buses at a function organized by the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation in front of the Vidhana Soudha today,” The CM's official …

Work on new KSRTC bus station from February
11 months, 1 week ago

Work on new KSRTC bus station from February

New Indian Express  

Modernisation of Ernakulam KSRTC bus stand, which is to be modelled on the Vyttila mobility hub, is scheduled to commence in the first week of February. According to the proposal, over four acres of land where the bus stand is located will be handed over to Vyttila Mobility Hub Society, a special-purpose vehicle set up by the state government, in …

KSRTC to deploy 1,000 additional buses for Christmas
1 year ago

KSRTC to deploy 1,000 additional buses for Christmas

The Hindu  

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation is set to deploy an additional 1,000 buses starting from December 22 for the Christmas festival. Special buses will operate routes connecting Kempegowda Bus Station to destinations such as Dharmasthala, Kukke Subramanya, Shivamogga, Hassan, Mangaluru, Kundapura, Sringeri, Horanadu, Davanagere, Hubballi, Dharwad, Belagavi, Vijayapura, Gokarna, Sirsi, Karwar, Raichur, Kalaburagi, Ballari, Koppal, Yadgir, Bidar, Tirupati, Vijayawada, …

Karnataka transport corp adds new non-AC sleeper bus model called ‘Pallakki’, to launch today
1 year, 2 months ago

Karnataka transport corp adds new non-AC sleeper bus model called ‘Pallakki’, to launch today

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, which is a government-run interstate bus service, has decided to include 40 new non-air conditioned sleeper buses called “Pallakki” into its fleet. The southern state of Karnataka has been witnessing increased demand for these buses after the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government launched the “Shakti” scheme after coming to power, which provides free bus travel to …

Rs 1 Crore Insurance Cover for KSRTC Workers: DK Shivakumar
1 year, 2 months ago

Rs 1 Crore Insurance Cover for KSRTC Workers: DK Shivakumar

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday assured the transport employees of all the Road Transport Corporations that they will be given insurance coverage of Rs 1 crore and a resolution would be passed in soon in this regard. Speaking at the launch of 40 non-air condition Pallaki point-to-point express buses and 100 buses of Karnataka State Road …

KKRTC launches Kalyana Ratha buses to Kalyana Karnataka region from Bengaluru
1 year, 3 months ago

KKRTC launches Kalyana Ratha buses to Kalyana Karnataka region from Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

The Kalayana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation has launched fancy new buses titled Kalyana Ratha which will travel between Bengaluru and towns in Kalyana Karnataka region. These AC Sleeper buses will be on par with Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation’s Ambari Utsav buses, the European style buses which were launched last year. KKRTC launches Kalyana Ratha buses to Kalyana Karnataka region …

Karnataka: KSRTC issues safety norms after 14-year-old fell off a moving bus
1 year, 6 months ago

Karnataka: KSRTC issues safety norms after 14-year-old fell off a moving bus

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka state road transport corporation on Wednesday issued safety guidelines following the death of a 14-year-old girl in a crowded state-run bus in Haveri district on Monday. On Monday, Madhu Kumbar, suffered head injuries and died after she fell from a crowded North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation bus. Former chief minister Basavaraj Bommai said that due to cancellation …

Karnataka SRTC issues safety guidelines after schoolgirl falls off bus and dies
1 year, 6 months ago

Karnataka SRTC issues safety guidelines after schoolgirl falls off bus and dies

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has issued safety guidelines asking its staff to follow all precautions for passengers’ safety following the death of a 14-year-old girl in a crowded state-run bus in Haveri district on Monday. Karnataka transport minister Ramalinga Reddy condemned the schoolgirl’s death and directed KSRTC to take necessary measures to avoid such incidents in future. On …

KSRTC to collect user-free from passengers
1 year, 9 months ago

KSRTC to collect user-free from passengers

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: For commuting in buses belonging to Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation on newly constructed Bengaluru-Mysuru National Highway-275, passengers will have to pay user fee after KSRTC officials have decided to levy a user fee. The officials concerned of Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation will levy a user fee on passengers in its Karnataka Sarige, Rajahamsa and multi axle buses …

Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka to increase bus services between two states
1 year, 10 months ago

Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka to increase bus services between two states

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: The chief executives of AP State Road Transport Corporation and Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation have signed an agreement to increase the number of inter-state bus services being operated in the two states. As a result, AP will operate to Karnataka 327 more buses to over an additional 69,284 km, while Karnataka will introduce 496 extra buses with their …

KSRTC to run electric buses between Bengaluru and Mysuru: Report
2 years ago

KSRTC to run electric buses between Bengaluru and Mysuru: Report

Hindustan Times  

Starting this month electric buses will offer an additional connectivity option for people traveling between Bengaluru and Mysuru - a distance of around 150 km - according to a report by The Times of India. KSRTC to run electric buses between Bengaluru and Mysuru: Report The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation has reportedly already struck a deal Hyderabad-based Olectra Greentech …

Dasara 2022: 90 passengers take KSRTC temple tour package
2 years, 2 months ago

Dasara 2022: 90 passengers take KSRTC temple tour package

The Hindu  

City South MLA D. Vedavyas Kamath flagged off the Navaratri temple tour package introduced by the KSRTC in Mangaluru on Monday. Dasara holiday declared for all schools Dasara holiday has been declared for all primary and high schools in Dakshina Kannada from September 28 till October 10. Tiger dance competition at Nehru Maidan in city Kudla Cultural Foundation will organise …

KSRTC offers temple tour package for Navaratri
2 years, 2 months ago

KSRTC offers temple tour package for Navaratri

The Hindu  

The KSRTC, Mangaluru division, on Monday will start a temple tour package to cover 10 temples in and around the city every day. It will be followed by visits to Polali Rajarajeshwari Temple, Sunkadakatte Ambika Annapoorneshwari Temple, Kateel Durgaparameshwari Temple, Bappanadu Durgaparameshwari Temple, Sasihitlu Sri Bhagawati Temple and adjoining beach, Chitrapura Durgaparameshwari Temple and Urwa Marigudi Temple. KSRTC Mangaluru Divisional …

Budget tourism trips give a shot in the arm for cash-strapped Kerala State Road Transport Corporation
3 years ago

Budget tourism trips give a shot in the arm for cash-strapped Kerala State Road Transport Corporation

The Hindu  

It is a Sunday. This is one among the budget tourism trips — over 20 of them — rolled out by the Corporation, which take passengers through with breathtakingly beautiful valleys, hills, forest cover, waterfalls and tea estates in a KSRTC bus or aanavandi, as it is colloquially called because of its emblem with two elephants. The response has surpassed …

KSRTC identifies six intercity routes to run AC electric buses
3 years, 2 months ago

KSRTC identifies six intercity routes to run AC electric buses

The Hindu  

Six intercity routes have been identified by the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation to run electric buses. Through a private operator, the KSRTC will run 50 air-conditioned e-buses under the Centre’s FAME 2 Scheme. A KSRTC official said that on the identified routes, AC multi-axle buses are already operating and some of them may be replaced with the new fleet …

Karnataka to resume bus services for these Maharashtra districts from tomorrow
3 years, 5 months ago

Karnataka to resume bus services for these Maharashtra districts from tomorrow

Live Mint  

With the government of Karnataka easing the covid-19 related curbs Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation decided to resume bus operations from Bengaluru, Shivamogga, Mangaluru and other places of the State to Mumbai, Pune, Miraj, Solapur, Pandharapur and Tuljapur in Maharashtra from 25 June with 50% seating capacity. KSRTC has already restarted inter-state bus services to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana States …

Employees performing duty to receive March salaries today: KSRTC
3 years, 8 months ago

Employees performing duty to receive March salaries today: KSRTC

Hindustan Times  

As the ongoing strike by the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation entered its fifth day on Sunday, the corporation stated that the employees who are performing their duties despite being instigated and threatened by their co-workers to go on strike, will receive their March salaries today. A notice issued by the KSRTC on Sunday said, "Our dedicated employees performed duty …

Transport Employees Stir in Karnataka Enters Second Day; Bus Services Hit
4 years ago

Transport Employees Stir in Karnataka Enters Second Day; Bus Services Hit

News 18  

Members of the public suffered as thousands of employees of state-owned transport corporations continued their strike for a second day here on Friday pressing various demands resulting in disruption of services. Thousands of government buses did not operate due to the stir by transport corporation employees demanding salaries on par with state government employees among others. According to sources in …

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