Telangana Government Provides Support to Family of Deceased RTC Driver
Telangana Govt announces ₹10 lakh, Indiramma House and job to RTC driver Shankar Goud’s family
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The Telangana Government has announced a financial aid of ₹10 lakh (approximately $12,000 USD), an Indiramma House, and a job for a family member of Shankar Goud, an RTC driver who recently passed away. This decision was made amid rising tensions among RTC employees in Warangal district.
- 01Telangana Government announced ₹10 lakh assistance for Shankar Goud's family.
- 02An Indiramma House will be provided to the family.
- 03A job will be offered to a family member of the deceased driver.
- 04Tensions arose among RTC employees during the funeral arrangements.
- 05Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged RTC leaders to assist with the funeral.
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The Telangana Government has pledged ₹10 lakh (approximately $12,000 USD) in financial assistance, an Indiramma House, and a job for a family member of Shankar Goud, the deceased RTC driver. The announcement was made by Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on April 24, 2026. Tensions escalated in Muthojipet, near Narasmpet town in Warangal district, as employees of the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) demanded that Goud's body be taken to the Narsampet Bus Depot, where he worked. The Minister appealed to leaders of the RTC Joint Action Committee (JAC) to help facilitate the funeral arrangements.
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This support aims to provide financial stability and housing for the family of Shankar Goud, addressing their immediate needs following his passing.
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