In an effort to enhance public transportation and address the growing demand for convenient commuting options, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah flagged off 100 non-AC Ashwamedha Classic buses in a grand ceremony held at the Vidhana Soudha. These buses are part of a larger fleet of 800 Ashwamedha Classic buses set to be deployed by April…
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NWKRTC Makes Significant Advancement in Digital Ticket Payments for Buses
The North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC) has taken a significant leap forward in embracing digital payment methods for issuing bus tickets. Presently, 415 long-route buses operating from five depots within its jurisdiction have adopted the use of UPI for ticket transactions. Serving six Kittur Karnataka districts, excluding Vijayapura, NWKRTC has ambitious plans to…
Karnataka government enforces the installation of location tracking and panic buttons in public service vehicles
In a significant stride towards bolstering passenger safety, particularly for women and children, the Karnataka state government has issued a directive necessitating the installation of Vehicle Location Tracking (VLT) devices and emergency panic buttons in all public service vehicles, encompassing taxis, and cabs. This proactive measure, scheduled to be enforced from December 1, includes a…
Weekly News on Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation
Significant momentum for environmentally friendly transportation as Mysuru is set to receive 100 electric buses. In a significant push towards environmentally sustainable transportation, Mysuru has been selected among 181 cities for the Green Urban Mobility Initiatives (GUMI) under the “PM-eBus Sewa” project. This central government initiative aims to enhance city bus operations, and Mysuru is…
Free Bus Ride for Women Use Digilocker for ID
In a significant stride toward enhancing the travel experience for women in Karnataka, the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has implemented a digital solution that allows women passengers to avail themselves of the Shakti scheme without the need for physical ID copies. This transformative move is aimed at simplifying the process and making public…
Immerse in The Charm of Karnataka with some Aesthetic Places To Visit In And Around Karkala
ABOUT KARKALA Situated in the Udupi district of Karnataka, Karkala, also called Karla, is famous for its enchanting Jain heritage from the times of the Maurya and Vijaynagar empires. Several Hindu temples and Lake Rama Samudra glorify the city. Located at the foothills of the Western Ghats, you can feast your eyes on numerous places to…