Bangalore Bandh today: Cabs, autorickshaws, private buses to go off roads in Bengaluru on Sep 11

Private operators are demanding that their buses be included under the Shakti scheme (free bus travel for women) and they be provided with a financial package by the government. They are also asking for grant permits for school buses and vans, withdrawal of lifetime tax on vehicles, and greater regulation of app-based cab services, among others. They have sought a ban on bike taxi services, such as Rapido, as well.

The traffic police Sunday issued an advisory warning residents of possible traffic disruptions on account of the strike and associated protests Monday.

They have also advised commuters to avoid K G Road, Seshadri Road, G T Road, and roads around Freedom Park and the Majestic bus stand.

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) in a statement said it will operate 4,000 additional trips from major bus stations like Kempegowda and K R market Monday. At present, the BMTC operates 57,450 trips every day.

BMTC staff and Sarathi patrol forces are being deployed on major roads, bus stands, and junctions in the city. An additional 100 trips have also been planned to and from the Kempegowda International Airport as well, the BMTC added.

What will stay off roads?

All private airport taxis, Ola, Uber and other app cabs, auto-rickshaws, private buses, private goods vehicles, private school buses, and vans, among others.

What will be available?

BMTC and Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation buses will be operational. Food and delivery vehicles, and emergency services like ambulances will be available.