Archive · 26 Oct 2025
Vizag RTO Seizes 78 Buses, Imposes ₹9.1 Lakh Fine
The transport office in Visakhapatnam checked buses to make sure they were safe.
They seized 78 buses and fined operators ₹9.1 lakh because the buses weren't following the rules.
Inspectors found problems like expired permits, unpaid taxes, and unsafe exits.
The inspections happened after accidents in other places made officials concerned about bus safety.
Inspections are also ongoing in other districts.
Visakhapatnam RTO seized 78 buses during inspections.
58 cases were filed against bus operators.
Fines totaling ₹9.1 lakh were imposed.
Inspections followed accidents and a state directive.
Violations included expired permits and safety issues.
- Who
- Visakhapatnam Regional Transport Office (RTO)
- What
- Seized buses and filed cases due to violations.
- When
- October 15-24
- Where
- Visakhapatnam and Anakapalle district
- Why
- To ensure bus safety and compliance with regulations following the Jaisalmer and Kurnool bus accidents.
- Buses Seized
- 78
- Cases Filed
- 58
- Fines Imposed
- ₹9.1 lakh
- Inspection Period
- October 15-24
