Guidelines framed to sponsor buses for KSRTC

The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has framed guidelines enabling public and private institutions and individuals to sponsor buses as part of efforts to improve connectivity in rural areas and replace ageing vehicles of the public utility. As part of the scheme, local bodies, cooperative institutions, companies, trusts, social organisations, clubs, and business establishments can also donate buses using Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds.

AC premium buses ranging from 9 to 15 meters in length, AC seater, AC sleeper, super fast, fast passenger, etc., are accepted under the scheme. The vehicles can be purchased directly, or the amount for the same can be transferred to the corporation. If it is provided as financial assistance, the KSRTC itself will purchase the vehicle through tender procedures.