Two bus conductors were taken into custody after a violent altercation at the Manipal bus stop on Wednesday evening. The duo attacked each other using steel rods, and footage of the incident quickly spread online, drawing public attention.
The individuals, identified as Vijaykumar and Alfaz, were employed by Anand and Manjunath buses, which operate on the Mangaluru-Manipal route. Their dispute, reportedly over scheduling conflicts, escalated into a physical confrontation.
Eyewitnesses were shocked as the conductors clashed in full public view, disrupting the bustling bus terminal. As the situation spiraled out of control, law enforcement intervened, detaining both men and impounding the buses involved.
A case has been registered, with both parties filing complaints against each other. Authorities are currently reviewing statements and video evidence before taking further action. Meanwhile, commuters have expressed concerns over safety and professionalism in public transport services.
This incident has reignited discussions on the aggressive rivalry between private bus operators in the region, with many calling for stricter regulations to prevent such incidents in the future.
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