The APSRTC Visakhapatnam Regional Manager, B. Appala Naidu, on Saturday (August 8, 2026) commended the officers, supervisors, mechanical staff, drivers, and conductors of the Simhachalam depot for their dedicated services during the recent Simhachalam Giri Pradakshina festival.Addressing an appreciation meeting at the Simhachalam depot, Mr. Appala Naidu praised the personnel for ensuring seamless bus operations and hassle-free transit for devotees across the hill and surrounding routes without causing any inconvenience. He also distributed sweets to the staff as a token of appreciation.The Regional Manager also acknowledged the transport services that drivers, conductors, mechanical personnel, supervisors, and officials from the Visakhapatnam district rendered during the inauguration of the Bhogapuram International Airport, which the Prime Minister, Chief Minister, and other dignitaries attended.Urging the staff to maintain high standards of passenger service, Mr. Appala Naidu instructed them to halt buses strictly at designated stops to cater to commuters effectively. He announced that he would felicitate outstanding personnel with merit certificates on Independence Day, August 15.He also instructed the management to periodically check passenger amenities such as fans and benches, carry out necessary repairs without delay, and keep the restrooms at the bus station clean at all times. Published - August 08, 2026 07:57 pm IST