Mumbai: BEST-run AC buses suspended from April 17

The civic-run BEST AC bus services shall be suspended from April 17 in Mumbai.

Hanumant Gone, Public Relations Officer of BEST said this decision was taken considering a poor response from commuters.

"We were facing significant losses by operating AC bus services. Therefore, it was decided to suspend the services," taken after he said.

The decision to resume the services taken after considering all the aspects in due course of time, Gofane said.

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A statement issued by the transport body said those who have purchased passes for AC buses, will get a refund or can use them in non-AC buses. BEST has 266 AC buses which operate on 25 routes.