Taking serious note of the rising number of its drivers’ involvement in road mishaps across the city, which have left several dead and injured numerous, Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) has now decided to come down hard on the offenders, including first-timers. Depending on the intensity of the offence, drivers could either face a temporary suspension or termination of employment. Ashok Patil, chairperson, BEST committee, said, “If proved that it’s our driver’s fault, strict action will be initiated against the offender, irrespective of the fact that he is a first-time wrongdoer. If we don’t take stringent action against such drivers, chances are that they might take us for granted and the number of accidents may rise.”

No second chances: BEST undertaking has said that it will take stern action against errant drivers.u00a0File pic