Diesel price hike puts APSRTC under financial strain
The recent increase in diesel prices has significantly impacted the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC). With an additional daily expense of ₹1,78,980, the corporation faces a monthly financial strain of ₹53,69,400. In response, APSRTC is implementing maintenance measures and driver training programs to improve fuel efficiency and reduce costs.
- ▪Diesel prices increased by ₹3.14 per litre, affecting APSRTC's operations.
- ▪The corporation's fleet consumes nearly 57,000 litres of diesel daily, leading to higher operational costs.
- ▪APSRTC is conducting regular inspections and training programs to enhance fuel efficiency.
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The recent ₹3.14 per litre increase in diesel prices has dealt a severe blow to the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) in the region.The revision has directly impacted a combined fleet of 950 buses operating across Visakhapatnam, Anakapalli and Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR) districts. Of these, 710 buses operate under the Visakhapatnam region, while 200 buses belong to the Anakapalli division.With the regional fleet consuming nearly 57,000 litres of diesel every day, the fuel price hike has sharply escalated operational expenditure. The corporation is now burdened with an additional daily expense of ₹1,78,980.
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