Former RTC Chief Dies at 61; Naidu Mourns Demise

Retired senior IPS officer and former APSRTC Vice-Chairman and Managing Director N. Balasubramanyam (61) died of pancreatic cancer while undergoing treatment in the United States on Friday. He breathed his last around 5 am (US time) after battling the illness for two to three years.

A 1994-batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre, he retired on August 31, shortly after completing his tenure as APSRTC chief, a post he assumed in February this year.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep sorrow over his demise, describing him as an officer of uncompromising integrity who earned respect for his firm decisions, progressive ideas and commitment to public service. In a post on X, he recalled Balasubramanyam's contributions to the police, intelligence, transport and public administration departments.

Education and IT Minister Nara Lokesh, YSRC president and former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy and DGP Harish Kumar Gupta also condoled his death.

Balasubramanyam began his career as ASP at Jagtial and served as SP in several districts. He later held senior positions, including DIG and IG (Intelligence), Additional DGP and DGP (Organisation). He also served as Transport Commissioner and CEO of e-Pragati and RTGS.

APSRTC organised a condolence meeting at RTC House on Friday. Senior officials and employees paid floral tributes and observed two minutes of silence. They recalled his initiatives to improve employee welfare and resolve service-related issues during his brief tenure.