KSRTC’s revenue on day one at Rs 35L

Thiruvananthapuram: KSRTC earned a revenue of Rs 35.32 lakh on the first day it resumed services after lockdown curbs were eased on Wednesday. A total of 1,319 buses operated on intra-district routes, covering 2,12,310km across the state.
KSRTC incurred a loss of Rs 28.22/km as the average collection was Rs 16.78/km. North zone operated 207 services and received a sum of Rs 6,71,408. Central zone operated 478 services and the fare collection was Rs 12,41,586. South zone operated 634 services and received Rs 16,19,471. The bus fare hike did not reflect in the collection as few passengers travelled in these buses.
KSRTC CMD MP Dinesh said that there were less number of passengers as bus services had started after an interval of nearly two months.
"More than revenue, the services are part of a social commitment. The bus fare hike introduced during Covid-19 situation will bring some benefit if there are more passengers. People have to follow social distancing. The special services operated for government employees have included these norms in bus services. The buses will be operated based on demand," he said.