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2023 Round Up TSRTC| The year when women got a ticket to ride

TSRTC grappled with losses in 2023, while policy decisions were made to benefit workers & free travel for women was launched, leading to overcrowding.

The Hindu · Dec 29, 2023

The wheels of change, in Telangana

A better understanding of the Mahalakshmi scheme will emerge when there is a thorough study of the scheme’s impact among women respondents across socio-economic and age groups

The Hindu · Dec 25, 2023

Could December turn profitable for TSRTC?

The TSRTC is set to enhance passenger convenience by introducing 200 new diesel buses by Sankranti. Plans are afoot to bring into operation 50 buses within a week.

The Hindu · Dec 23, 2023

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Telangana | 3 crore women passengers took RTC buses in 11 days since launch of free bus rides

TSRTC: 3 crore women passengers in 11 days, 62% occupancy, 1,050 new buses by March 2024. This is in 11 days since the launch of free bus rides for girls, women and transgender persons of all ages.

The Hindu · Dec 20, 2023

Auto drivers hopeful of government rolling out schemes for them

Auto-drivers in Hyderabad protest against State-run Mahalakshmi scheme, fearing reduced female passengers.

The Hindu · Dec 16, 2023

Will not hesitate to point out omissions, commissions while playing constructive opposition: Akbaruddin Owaisi

MIM MLA Akbaruddin Owaisi raises issues of Urdu, Charminar pedestrianisation, Old City development, Muslim welfare & more in Hyderabad Assembly.

The Hindu · Dec 16, 2023

Telangana | Mahalakshmi Scheme Zero-Ticket rollout from Friday

Telangana Mahalakshmi Scheme: TSRTC announces ‘Zero-Tickets’ scheme for free travel to girls, women & transgender persons in Telangana will be issued from Friday midnight.

The Hindu · Dec 15, 2023

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Woman issued ticket in RTC bus in Nizamabad defying Mahalakshmi scheme; officials claim motives attached to video

Despite Mahalakshmi scheme, a woman travelling in Palle Velugu bus in Nizamabad was issued ticket. Video of conductor arguing with passenger went viral. TSRTC MD ordered enquiry & dept. action against conductor. Scheme was one of 6 guarantees given by Cong. govt. & launched by CM Reddy as gift from…

The Hindu · Dec 10, 2023

Remaining four Congress guarantees in next 100 days: Bhatti

The Hindu · Dec 10, 2023

CM Revanth Reddy issues ‘no charge tickets’, launches scheme for free travel to women in TSRTC

Amidst jubilation, Telangana CM Reddy launches Mahalakshmi scheme offering free travel to women, transgender persons. Scheme coincides with UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi's birthday. CM handed over ₹2 crore cheque to two-time world champion Nikat Zareen. Rajiv Arogyasri scheme also launched, providing ₹10 lakh medical insurance to beneficiaries. Assembly premises festive…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

Women lap up free bus ride in Telangana

Women lap up free bus ride

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

Telangana Chief Minister launches free bus rides for women and enhanced Aarogyasri Scheme

A. Revanth Reddy launched Maha Lakshmi Scheme & Rajiv Aarogyasri Scheme, providing free travel to girls, women & transgender persons in TSRTC buses & financial protection up to ₹10 lakh for families living below poverty line. These are two of Congress' six guarantees.

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

Telangana to implement free bus travel for women in TSRTC Palle Velugu and Express buses from December 9

Maha Lakshmi scheme provides free travel for women, girls and transgender persons in TSRTC buses in Telangana. The scheme is applicable within the State and up to its borders for inter-State buses. The scheme comes into effect from Saturday coinciding with Sonia Gandhi's birthday.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

TSRTC to operate special bus from Vemulawada to Arunachala Hill in Tamil Nadu on November 25

TSRTC will operate a special bus from Vemulawada to Arunachala Hill on Nov. 25 for Karthika Pournami. The bus will cover Kanipakam and Nellore temples and the Alampur Jogulamba temple. Fare per person is ₹4,500. Reservation available on TSRTC website.

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

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The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

Dialling down distractions: TSRTC bars phones in driver’s cabin

Drivers have been directed to deposit their mobile phones in racks at the depot control chart point and two separate record registers will be kept.

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Dasara rush at transit hubs in Hyderabad

TSRTC has pressed 738 more buses into service for Dasara rush, with a total of 5,265 special buses running. Traffic flow has been smooth, with key locations MGBS, Uppal Crossroads, JBS and LB Nagar seeing significant movement.

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

TSRTC unions to go on black badge protest today

SRTC workers call for black badge protest after woman conductor ended her life. JAC demands end to “illegal” transfers, suspensions & “change in attitude” from superiors. TSRTC says victim & driver were not suspended, but asked to work as “depot spare”.

The Hindu · Oct 18, 2023

TSRTC employees stage protest after woman conductor ends life

TSRTC workers in Hyderabad staged a protest in response to the suicide of a female conductor, Ganji Srividya (48). Her son filed a complaint alleging her suspension led to depression and her death.

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The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

TSRTC announces Dasara lucky draw with cash prizes worth ₹11 lakh

People who travel in TSRTC buses can participate in Dussera lucky draw. Each winner gets Rs. 9,900. Five women and five men from each region stand a chance to win. There are a total of 11 regions.

The Hindu · Oct 1, 2023

TSRTC to ply 5,265 special buses for Bathukamma, Dasara

These special buses are scheduled to run from Hyderabad and Secunderabad to all parts of Telangana, as well as Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Maharashtra.

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

TSRTC to add around 1,860 electric buses by 2025

TSRTC plans to add 1,860 electric buses to its fleet by 2025, with Minister of Transport Puvvada Ajay Kumar leading the inauguration of 25 electric buses from Gachibowli Stadium.

The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023

Governor gives assent to Bill merging TSRTC staff with govt.

The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023

Governor assents to absorption of TSRTC employees as government staff

Gov. Tamilisai Soundararajan gave her assent to Telangana State Road Transport Corporation Bill 2023, ending the stalemate between Raj Bhavan and State Govt. She was satisfied with Govt's response to her 10 recommendations for the Bill, made for employees' welfare. She wished TSRTC employees on their new roles as Govt…

The Hindu · Sep 13, 2023

TSRTC to analyse depot-wise revenue to improve operations

TSRTC runs system to measure operational efficiency, improve performance. Parameters used in model are connected to operational aspects, such as diesel costs, wages, tyre life, spare parts, taxes. Objective is to scrutinise operational cost at each depot. Surplus revenue does not signify profit; losses have been reduced post lockdown due…

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

TSRTC JAC seeks payment of arrears, clarity before gazette notification of merger is issued

On top of the list is the resolution of pending pay revisions for 2017 and 2021, which the JAC insists must be addressed before finalising the master pay scale on par with that of government employees.

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