Thiruvananthapuram : In a remarkable step toward a cleaner, greener Kerala, the KSRTC (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) has cleared over 104 tonnes of legacy waste from its bus depots and workshops across the state. The initiative is part of the “Waste-Free Nava Kerala” campaign, jointly led by Haritha Keralam Mission, Sanitation Mission, Clean Kerala Company, and local self-government bodies.
Over 600 bins have already been installed at major bus stands, and nearly 2,000 buses are being equipped with onboard bins to ensure better waste disposal during travel. The campaign also includes weekly cleaning drives, effluent treatment plant installations, “Do Not Litter” signage, and strict gate-pass monitoring for waste movement.
“This is not just about cleaning spaces. It’s about setting a new civic culture. KSRTC is becoming an example of responsible public transport,” said Transport Minister K.B. Ganesh Kumar.
The efforts have already earned 86 depots official waste-management certification, while commuters across cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, and Kozhikode have expressed appreciation for the cleaner surroundings.
“Earlier, the depots were a mess. Now, you actually feel safe and dignified using public transport,” said Aneesh, a daily commuter in Alappuzha.
With continuous monitoring and expansion plans, KSRTC’s green journey is far from over. Authorities have promised that more depots and buses will undergo the green upgrade in the coming weeks, aiming to make KSRTC the cleanest transport network in the country.