Mangaluru: The bus operators were warned by city police commissioner T R Suresh stating that stern action would be taken against those who violate the rules.
The concerned issue was addressed by the commissioner on 15th September, Friday upon receiving complaints against bus operators violating the rules during a direct phone-in programme.
The commissioner said, “Four teams will be formed by Mangaluru police department in order to take action against the bus operators who collect excess fare, do not issue tickets or return change, violate the reservation of seats for women and senior citizens, etc.”
“The team will include both civil as well as traffic police and additional staff will be appointed in areas where traffic problems are prevalent”, he added.
Traffic department ACP Thilakchandra, ASI Yusuf and head constable Purshottam were present for the 57th police phone in programme.