Bengaluru/ Mysuru: Beginning Nov.15, Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) drivers are banned from carrying mobile phones while on duty. BMTC officials said drivers should keep their cellphones in lockers at their respective depots before getting behind the wheel. Violation of the rule will result in suspension.
While Bengaluru is set to implement such a rule in another five days, similar rule has already been implemented in Mysuru where KSRTC drivers have been strictly told not to use cellphones while driving. “We implemented the system in Mysuru one year back and we conduct frequent checks to enforce the rule and our drivers do not use mobile phones while driving,” said K.H. Srinivas, KSRTC Divisional Controller, who heads the city operations of KSRTC.
