Thiruvananthapuram: Following the resolution of disputes between the KSRTC and the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, the rescheduled electric bus services officially commenced operations today. Thiruvananthapuram Mayor V.V. Rajesh flagged off the inaugural service.
The first bus began its journey from Kulasekharam in the Mayor’s ward (Kodunganoor) to East Fort. The service, which started at 7:30 AM, covers the route via Kuruvikkad, Thittamangalam, Kunnanpara, and Kundamankadavu.
Key Highlights:
- New Routes: Electric bus services are being launched on 23 side roads within the Corporation limits.
- Context: The services were rescheduled following discussions between the Mayor and Transport Minister K.B. Ganesh Kumar, settling earlier disagreements regarding route selection and operations.
- Timing: The buses are scheduled to operate primarily during peak hours in the morning and evening. The selected routes are largely on side roads that previously lacked sufficient KSRTC coverage.
Mayor V.V. Rajesh expressed his satisfaction in fulfilling the promise made to the public to improve connectivity in these areas.
