Private bus operators express concern over free travel for women on KSRTC
Private bus operators in Kerala are worried about a new government scheme offering free travel for women on KSRTC buses. They argue that this could significantly reduce their revenue, as women make up a large portion of their passengers. The federation has called for discussions with the government to address their concerns before the implementation of the scheme.
- ▪Private bus operators fear a loss of revenue due to free travel for women on KSRTC buses.
- ▪Women make up nearly 60% of private bus passengers, potentially impacting private bus income significantly.
- ▪The Kerala State Private Bus Operators’ Federation has requested discussions with the government to address these concerns.
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Private bus operators have expressed concerns over the potential impact on their business due to the State government’s new scheme for free travel for women on Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses.The Kerala State Private Bus Operators’ Federation, at a press conference here on Wednesday, warned that private buses could stop plying altogether, affecting the livelihoods of thousands of owners and workers.Women constitute nearly 60% of private bus passengers. If women commuters shifted to KSRTC buses, the revenue of private bus operators could slash by half, federation office-bearers said.Private buses outnumbered KSRTC buses by nearly three times.
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