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According to a KSRTC statement, heart related diseases are more prevalent among its drivers, conductors and other staff above 40 years of age.
Currently, KSRTC has 34,000 employees, of which 24,686 are drivers and conductors. Karnataka Transport and Muzrai Minister Ramalinga Reddy said, “MoU entered with Sri Jayadeva Institute will facilitate continuous heart related and other checkups to identify and prevent heart attacks and thereby save employees’ lives.” ”Employees play a vital role in the corporation’s development and taking utmost care of them is their priorit,” he added.