KSRTC to scrap minibuses
Embattling losses, the state run Kerala State Road Transport Corporation has decided to scrap the Mini Buses it purchased about 7 years back. These buses were bought with the intention of operating frequent services to rural areas. In the initial days, the buses were very successful as well. The services turned loss making after the introduction of Venad series of buses. The realisation that both the buses require the same number of crew led to the management’s growing displeasure.
About 140 Minibuses are available at KSRTC as of today. Out of these, KSRTC has announced plans to scrap 90 minibuses. KSRTC will replace these with short wheel base buses. Most of the minibuses are not operational these days. KSRTC blames the lack of spares for this. These buses are not operationally profitable.
