LUCKNOW, Jan. 11 -- Even as the state capital remains under strict surveillance for traffic offences amid enforcement largely confined to the general public, violations and disorder caused by state operated transport buses are another factor in the chaos on the streets.

This situation has arisen as side lanes outside bus depots have effectively turned into unofficial parking zones for inter-district buses operated by the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC). An on-spot inspection by Hindustan Times revealed that these violations occur daily, leading to long queues of vehicles and severe traffic congestion.

ALAMBAGH BUS STATION

The first spot check was conducted at Alambagh bus station. Buses returning from Ayodhya we...