Karnataka Transport Corporations Face 900 Crore Shortfall Under Shakti Scheme: NWKRTC Chairman Seeks Urgent Government Action

Oct 22, 2025 05:38 pm CST

Karnataka's road transport corporations are facing severe financial challenges with NWKRTC chairman Raju Kage highlighting a 900 crore shortfall under the women's free travel Shakti scheme. With consolidated liabilities reaching 6,330 crore across all corporations, Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy outlines government assistance including 500 crore in loans and 700 new buses worth 350 crore for NWKRTC.