Kerala's transport minister announced a plan to identify routes where KSRTC and private buses operate concurrently, following concerns from private operators about the 'Priyadarshini' free travel scheme for women. While not all private buses are affected, the government will pinpoint overlapping services causing financial strain. Protests are permitted, and waste on KSRTC land will be cleared.

Kerala's transport minister announced a plan to identify routes where KSRTC and private buses operate concurrently, following concerns from private operators about the…

Private bus operators in Kozhikode protest against women's free travel in KSRTC buses, citing severe financial distress and service disruptions.