Dakshina Kannada Bus Operators' Association

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Dakshina Kannada Bus Operators' Association
TypePrivate Sector Corporation
Industry Public transport bus service
Headquarters,
Area served
Dakshina Kannada, Udupi district, Chikkamagaluru district, Shivamogga district
Services Public transport

Dakshina Kannada Bus Operators' Association, also known as DKBOA is a private bus operator association in Mangalore city and the Dakshina Kannada district. [1] [2] [3]

The association has been responsible for a long time to block the public transport services run by the government, but finally had to give in due to public pressure. [4]

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References

  1. "(DKBOA) has enhanced quantum of concession for bus given to students studying in standard one to seven from 60% to 75%". The Times of India . 28 March 2014. Retrieved 14 December 2019.
  2. "Pvt bus operator's WhatsApp helpline brings changes". Deccan Herald. 30 October 2018. Retrieved 14 December 2019.
  3. "Download renewal bus pass forms from DK association website". Deccan Herald. 2 April 2014. Retrieved 14 December 2019.
  4. "'KSRTC Buses Plying in City has Hurt our Business'-PVT Bus Owners Assn". Mangalore Media Company. 24 January 2018. Retrieved 27 July 2023.