Officials say that in several cases, conductors allegedly removed the official QR codes once the buses left the depot, making it easier to carry out the fraud without detection. | Photo Credit: K. MURALI KUMAR
The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has suspended four conductors for allegedly misusing the UPI scanner-linked ticketing system and engaging in fraudulent practices under the state government’s Shakti scheme.
The action follows an internal investigation that revealed the diversion of passenger fares to personal accounts. This is not the first such case. Earlier, in January 2026, BMTC had suspended three conductors for misusing the UPI-linked ticketing system.
Published – 12 Apr 2026 21:34 IST
