Enforcement agencies are investigating an alleged adulterated diesel racket supplying low-cost mixed fuel to private bus operators in Hyderabad. Officials suspect a Medchal-based network and are planning inspections, while also examining safety violations that could endanger passengers and vehicles.
Ahead of Sankranti, private bus fares from Hyderabad to major cities in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have soared, while RTCs deploy 6,000 special buses. RTA inspections and Transport Department warnings aim to curb overcharging during the festival rush.
Hyderabad authorities raised concerns over private buses and heavy vehicles violating safety norms by tampering with speed governors and overspeeding. The Transport Department plans stricter enforcement, including triple penalties, vehicle seizure, and permit cancellations to curb accidents and ensure compliance
Hyderabad: Cases were booked against drivers of ten private buses for over speeding and rash driving by the Rajendranagar traffic police. A special drive was conducted by the Cyberabad traffic police following complaints of over speeding and rash driving by the drivers of private buses on the PVNR Expressway. Following the complaints, the Rajendranagar traffic […]