25 rural localities in Thiruvananthapuram lack access to bus services
Though autos and taxis are available in some of these places, the absence of regular bus services significantly impacts residents—particularly school-going children, who are forced to walk long distances to reach their schools. The survey found that many students struggle to reach school on time and return late due to the lack of affordable, scheduled transport.
Pukayilathoppe, Chemboor, Chullimanoor, Pallickal, Poovakkadu, Muthuvila, SN Puram, Korany, Mamam, and Chemmaruthy are among the places with no KSRTC or private bus services according to the survey conducted by MVD via its sub-regional transport offices situated in various parts of the district.
These areas were identified in a public meeting called Janakeeya Sadasu, organized by MVD. MLAs, ward members, the police, officials from the revenue and public works departments (PWD), residents' associations, and members of the bus operators' union took part in the meeting.
Following the meeting, the Attingal Road Transport Officer (RTO) has sent a formal request to the deputy transport commissioner (DTC), urging that bus services be initiated.
The DTC forwarded the request to the transport minister's office, but a final decision is still awaited.
"The minister's office has asked the PWD to inspect road conditions in these areas. If roads are deemed fit, we can move forward with introducing KSRTC buses or allowing private services. We are looking at addressing this issue without unnecessary delay," said an MVD official.
Local panchayat members said private operators are willing to run buses but face delays in permit approvals. "We've made multiple requests for a route starting from Plampazhanji, three kilometres from Chemboor Junction," said Usha A, Chemboor ward member. "Residents of Plampazhanji and Manakodu must walk to Chemboor just to catch a bus. Earlier, there was a KSRTC service, but it was discontinued due to unknown reasons.
Children walk up to six kilometres daily. Authorities must act and ease the burden on the people."
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