22 years behind the Volvo wheel, KSRTC driver Joseph Machado retires after 34 years of spotless service
Joseph Machado, a KSRTC driver, retired after 34 years of service, including 22 years driving Volvo buses. He was known for his friendly demeanor and impeccable service record, ferrying thousands of passengers safely. His colleagues and passengers bid him a warm farewell, expressing their appreciation for his dedication and kindness.
- ▪Joseph Machado retired from KSRTC on May 30 after 34 years of service.
- ▪He was one of the first drivers to operate Volvo buses when they were introduced in 2002.
- ▪Machado was known for his punctuality and friendly attitude, earning him the nickname 'cheerful face' of KSRTC.
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After 34 years behind the wheels, including 22 years on the Volvo fleet of the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC), Joseph Machado of Udyavara-Udupi hanged up his keys on May 30. He left with a spotless service record.One among the first batch of drivers chosen to drive the Volvo class of buses when KSRTC introduced them in 2002 in Bengaluru, and subsequently in Mangaluru, Mr. Machado drove varied classes of premium services during his tenure.Ferrying thousands of passengers safely with a smile on his face, Mr.
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