Overview

• BMTC publicly posted a circular on X outlining suspensions, transfers, withheld increments and salary cuts for using mobiles or digital devices while driving.
• First-time violations carry an immediate 15-day suspension, with steeper discipline for repeat offenses and termination considered when repeat violations coincide with accidents.
• Depots have been directed to hold daily 5 a.m. safety briefings for drivers, and each zone must conduct at least two training sessions per week.
• The corporation said drivers found intoxicated, involved in ticket fraud or responsible for fatal accidents will face immediate suspension.
• A workers federation warned of accountability gaps for leased electric buses with private drivers, as the government separately approved extending BMTC’s operating radius to 40 kilometres.