Amaravati, April 9 Andhra Pradesh Transport Minister M Ramprasad Reddy has ordered a crackdown on bus safety violations, resulting in the seizure of a vehicle and the imposition of fines during inspections in the Guntur district, a source in the Transport department said on Thursday.
The enforcement drive follows a series of bus accidents in recent months across the state, which have raised concerns over passenger safety and the scrutiny of transport safety standards.
On Wednesday, the Minister conducted surprise inspections at the Khaza Toll Plaza, where more than 20 buses were examined. One vehicle was seized for lacking proper documents and meeting safety standards, and fines were imposed on 15 buses.
"Officials were instructed to enforce strict bus safety norms for the safety of passengers... these inspections are part of the government’s efforts to reduce road accidents, improve transparency, and ensure safe and comfortable travel for passengers," the source told