APSRTC to institute mandatory health checks for staff after surge in deaths
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 11:30 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation announced that drivers and conductors will undergo medical examinations every six months following nearly 300 employee deaths in the past year. Officials say the measure aims to improve safety and reduce fatalities among transport workers.
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