Bengaluru homeless man wanted to take the bus, but conductor kicked him off

Bengaluru homeless man wanted to take the bus, but conductor kicked him off

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The footage triggered widespread outrage, prompting many to question the BMTC staff’s conduct.

‘A zero-tolerance policy’

BMTC said the conductor Krishnamurthy, attached to Depot-43, has been suspended and disciplinary action will follow if the allegations are proved.

In a statement, the corporation said the inquiry would examine the conductor’s version, statements from passengers and eyewitnesses, CCTV footage from the bus, if available, and other evidence to establish the facts.

“BMTC maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards misconduct, discourteous behaviour, or any act that compromises the dignity, safety, or rights of passengers. Should the allegations be substantiated during the inquiry, appropriate disciplinary action will be initiated against the concerned employee in accordance with the applicable service rules and regulations,” the statement said.

The corporation assured commuters of its continued focus on providing safe, reliable, and courteous public transport services.

The incident comes days after a controversy involving another BMTC conductor who allegedly asked Karnataka Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh to get off a bus after he reportedly could not tender the exact fare for a ticket.

The conductor was suspended but later reinstated after issuing an apology. BMTC said strict action would be taken if the allegations against the conductor are found to be established during the departmental inquiry.