Chennai rains: Passengers, conductor argue over drippy '21 G' bus
The vehicle was a deluxe bus, one where ticket prices are thrice the ordinary buses.
CHENNAI: The phrase 'Water, Water, Water Everywhere' suits Chennai the best in this time of the year, not just on the road, but also in buses.
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In what is an agonising journey, passengers commuting towards Broadway in a 21 G bus had its ceiling damaged resulting in water dripping from above. The passengers had to carry an umbrella inside the bus.
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The worst part is, the vehicle is a deluxe bus with ticket fares charged thrice to that of an ordinary one. Also, people had to stand in the bus due to the wet seats.
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This led to a heated argument between the commuters and bus conductor to which the latter responded he is not in a better condition and he has no say in refurbishing the buses.
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