As per the academic calendar announced by the School Education department for the academic year 2023-24, the schools will have a 13-day holiday for Dasara festival till October 25
TSRTC officials said all passengers travelling in buses between October 21 and 23 and again between October 28 and 30 can participate in the lucky draw
The State government, after careful consideration, has decided to modify the holiday from October 24 (Tuesday) to October 23 (Monday) as per the order issued by Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari.
These special buses will be available for passengers from October 13 to 25. Advance reservation facility has been provided for 536 services in these special buses.
Officials have clarified that the 10 per cent discount will be applicable only to the passengers who make advance reservation till September 30, for their travel on those dates.
Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa said that the Congress government will hold a "simple and meaningful" Dasara, the state festival, this time in the backdrop of the severe drought situation existing in the state.