rti-for-bus-route-frequency
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Bus route delayed / frequency cut — RTI to State Transport Corporation
Direct answer. File RTI to State Transport Corp OR City Transport with route number. Ask scheduled vs actual frequency, breakdown logs, fuel-availability records, projected restoration.
Legal framework
- Motor Vehicles Act 1988 — STA permits.
- State Transport Corporation Act 1950.
- PESA Act for tribal-area transport.
5 questions to ask
- Scheduled vs actual frequency for route.
- Breakdown logs.
- Fuel-availability records.
- Reason for cut/delay.
- Projected restoration.
Template
To: The Public Information Officer, State Transport Corp / Depot Manager Subject: Application under §6 RTI Act 2005 — Bus route operations Route No. [..] from [..] to [..] has reduced frequency / cancelled buses. Please furnish: (1) scheduled vs actual, (2) breakdown logs, (3) fuel records, (4) reason, (5) projected restoration. Fee: Rs.10 by IPO/cash.
Common mistakes
- Filing without route number & dates.
- Skipping STC depot ask.
Case law anchors
Pro tips
- Use commuter associations + Twitter.
- For accidents, separate RTI.
FAQ
- Q: Private operator on route? RTI for STA permit + complaint history.
- Q: E-bus failures? RTI for OEM warranty + breakdown logs.
Related reading
Sources
- Motor Vehicles Act 1988. STC Act 1950.
Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.
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