Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 16 October 2024
The Directorate of Transport has issued a stern advisory to all bus conductors across various State Transport Service (STS) Units and Bus Terminuses, addressing the incidents of ticketing malpractice. The advisory mentions reports indicating that some conductors failed to issue tickets to passengers during their duties, contravening prior instructions.
The advisory, dated October 4, 2024, highlights that despite previous warnings, the practice continues, prompting the Competent Authority to take serious notice of the non-compliance. The directive reiterates that conductors are required to issue tickets immediately upon passengers boarding the bus. In cases where buses are crowded, conductors are instructed to safely stop the bus to facilitate ticket issuance.
The Directorate has emphasized that adherence to these ticketing protocols is crucial for the efficient functioning of the State Transport Service. Any lapses or negligence on the part of the conductors will result in strict disciplinary action, reinforcing the importance of accountability within the transport system.
Transport officials were urged to circulate the advisory among all conductors to ensure complete compliance with the ticket issuance policy.