Defense Against Privatization Demands
Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy criticized BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, former Infosys CFO TV Mohandas Pai, and Yulu co-founder RK Misra for demanding the privatization of bus services in Bengaluru.
Those who speak of ending BMTC’s monopoly are speaking for private firms, not commuters.
According to the Minister, public transport is a welfare service, not a business, and must remain under government control to serve the needs of ordinary citizens.
- Public transport is a welfare service.
- It should remain under government control.
- Privatization demands serve private firms, not commuters.
Author's summary: Minister defends BMTC against privatization.