Bus Conductor Issues Ticket for Rooster in Telangana

Unique Incident on Telangana Bus

In India, many individuals prefer traveling by bus due to its affordability and accessibility. Unlike trains, where some passengers may sneak in without a ticket, bus conductors ensure that every traveler pays for their fare. However, have you ever witnessed a bus conductor issuing a ticket for an animal?

Recently, an unusual event occurred in Karimnagar district of Telangana. A conductor from the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) issued a ticket for a rooster, charging the owner a fare of 30 rupees for the bird's journey. This peculiar incident has since gone viral on social media.

Conductor's Unusual Fare Collection

On Tuesday, February 8, conductor G. Tirupati made headlines by issuing a ticket for a rooster. The bus was traveling from Peddapalli to Karimnagar when he noticed a passenger, Mohammad Ali, attempting to smuggle the rooster hidden in a cloth.

Tirupati insisted on collecting a fare of 30 rupees for the rooster, stating, "All living beings will be charged on RTC buses." Initially, the passenger protested, but after some discussion, he agreed to pay for the rooster's fare.

TSRTC Officials React

A fellow passenger recorded the argument between the conductor and the traveler and shared it online. Once the video gained traction, TSRTC officials took notice. V. Venkatesham, the manager of the Godavarikhani depot, commented that the conductor should have asked the passenger to disembark with the rooster, as per TSRTC regulations, animals are not allowed on buses.

Venkatesham added that the conductor likely did not see the rooster initially since it was concealed under a cloth. An explanation will be sought regarding the conductor's oversight and the fare charged for the rooster.

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Your Thoughts?

What do you think about this incident? Was the conductor right to charge for the rooster's ticket? Share your opinions in the comments.