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Spots will be so located that the outlets will not cause difficulty to travellers

Liquor Shops To Open At KSRTC Stands; Will Not Pose Hassles For Travelers: Minister Antony Raju

Web Desk(Tvm)Updated: Saturday Sep 4, 2021

Thiruvananthapuram : Permission will be granted for commencing liquor sale from shops at KSRTC stand, said Transport Minister Antony Raju. The spot for such outlets will be so selected that there would be no hassle for travelers, the minister added.

The Beverages Corporation will be granted permission for opening up of outlets at bus stands. One may catch bid at auction of KSRTC buildings and open liquor outlets within. The move is estimated to raise income for KSRTC and increase the number of travelers as well. At places with larger spaces available, KSRTC  proposes to offer waiting rooms to avoid long ques.

KSRTC will explore avenues for all kinds of revenue apart from ticket fares, the minister said, adding that, .there is no such thing as employees becoming alcoholic owing to liquor availability at  stands.




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