APSRTC Orders Mandatory Health Checkups for Employees Above 45 After Rising Deaths

A series of employee deaths has prompted the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation to introduce strict health monitoring measures across its workforce. The corporation has made medical checkups mandatory for all employees aged above 45 in an effort to improve safety and prevent health related fatalities.

The new rule will come into force from May 1 across all depots in the state. Officials said the decision was taken after a noticeable increase in deaths due to various health conditions among employees in recent months.

Data from the corporation reveals that 272 employees lost their lives between April last year and February this year. Among them, a significant number died due to heart related issues, while others succumbed to liver diseases, cancer, kidney problems and respiratory conditions. These alarming figures pushed the management to act swiftly.

Under the revised guidelines, drivers and conductors above 45 will undergo preventive health checkups every six months. Employees from other departments and workshops in the same age group will be required to undergo medical tests once every year.

The corporation’s Managing Director N Balasubramanyam has issued official orders implementing the new policy. Earlier, medical tests were limited mainly to drivers, with less frequent checkups and no structured system for other staff.

With the expanded coverage, APSRTC aims to identify health issues at an early stage and provide timely treatment. Officials believe this proactive approach will not only reduce health risks but also support employees who work under high stress conditions.

The move is expected to bring reassurance to both employees and their families, while strengthening workplace safety standards within the organization.