Deadline Set for Educational Institutions to Ensure Bus Safety Compliance
Educational institutions must ensure bus safety compliance by May 20, warn officials
The Hindu
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M. Purendra, Deputy Transport Commissioner for NTR district in Andhra Pradesh, announced that educational institutions must rectify safety deficiencies in their buses by May 20, 2026. Inspections have revealed critical issues, and failure to comply will result in strict penalties under the Motor Vehicles Act.
- 01Educational institutions in NTR district must ensure bus safety compliance by May 20, 2026.
- 02Inspections revealed significant safety deficiencies in 250 out of 1,571 buses inspected.
- 03Deficiencies included lack of emergency equipment, fire protection systems, and proper evacuation measures.
- 04Special teams are conducting inspections as part of a broader safety initiative.
- 05Strict action will be taken against institutions that fail to meet safety standards.
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M. Purendra, the Deputy Transport Commissioner for NTR district in Andhra Pradesh, announced that inspections of educational institution buses are ongoing to ensure student safety. Special inspections began on May 1, 2026, covering 1,571 buses. So far, 250 buses have been inspected, revealing major safety deficiencies such as improper installation of seats near emergency exits and the absence of essential safety equipment like Vehicle Location Tracking Devices (VLTDs) and fire extinguishers. Notices have been issued to institutions to rectify these issues by May 20, 2026, or face strict penalties under the Motor Vehicles Act. Additionally, evacuation demonstrations are being conducted to educate students on emergency procedures. Purendra urged all educational institutions to comply with safety standards before the new academic year begins.
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This initiative aims to enhance the safety of students traveling in school buses, ensuring that all vehicles meet required safety standards.
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