The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) has announced the withdrawal of Family-24 and T-6 tickets in the Greater Hyderabad region, effective January 1, 2024. This decision comes as part of the corporation’s efforts to optimize services and enhance efficiency, taking into account the surge in passengers attributed to the Mahalakshmi scheme.
Key Points:
- Ticket Withdrawal Decision: TSRTC Management, led by Managing Director VC Sajjanar, has decided to discontinue the issuance of Family-24 and T-6 tickets in the Greater Hyderabad region, starting from the New Year.
- Increased Footfall: The withdrawal decision is a response to the heightened passenger footfall, primarily attributed to the Mahalakshmi scheme. The surge in travelers has posed challenges in the effective issuance of specific tickets by conductors.
- Identification and Age Verification: Family-24 and T-6 tickets require conductors to check passengers’ identity cards and input their age during the ticket issuance process. The increased rush has made it challenging for conductors to allocate sufficient time for these additional verification steps.
- Impact on Journey Time: Recognizing that the manual verification process impacts the overall journey time of services, TSRTC has opted to suspend the issuance of Family-24 and T-6 tickets.
- Inconvenience: The decision is driven by a consideration of the inconvenience caused to both TSRTC staff and commuters. Streamlining the ticketing process aims to optimize bus services and maintain a smooth travel experience for passengers.
- Effective from January 1, 2024: The withdrawal of Family-24 and T-6 tickets will be effective from the beginning of the New Year, marking a transition in the ticketing procedures in the Greater Hyderabad region.
TSRTC remains committed to delivering efficient and passenger-friendly services, and this decision aligns with the corporation’s ongoing efforts to adapt to changing demands and ensure a seamless travel experience for the public.
Source : newstap
