KSRTC bags three Fortuna Global Excellence Awards
The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has won three Fortuna Global Excellence Awards – 2025 (India edition) for its innovative initiatives and leadership in public transport.
The awards were presented under the categories of Business Leader of the Year, Visionary Leadership of the Year (Government Service), and Brand Strategy Leader of the Year, according to the KSRTC press release.
The award ceremony was held on May 10 at Mumbai, where Jagadeesh, Divisional Controller of the Chikkamagaluru Division, and Sreenath, Divisional Controller of the Kolar Division, received the awards on behalf of KSRTC.
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