India, Oct. 30 -- Seven staff members of Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) have been suspended for reporting drunk on duty during a surprise inspection drive, said Pratap Sarnaik, state transport minister and MSRTC chairman, on Thursday.

The MSRTC's security and vigilance department conducted a surprise inspection on October 28 across all divisions in the state. The campaign covered drivers, conductors, and mechanical staff. During the inspection, a total of 1,701 employees were tested, including 719 drivers, 524 conductors, and 458 mechanical staff members.

The inspection revealed that seven employees - one driver, one conductor, and four mechanical staff members were under the influence of alcohol while on duty and ...