- The Government of Andhra Pradesh has launched the 'Divyang Shakti Yojana'.
- This scheme was launched on the occasion of the Ugadi festival.
- Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated this initiative in Amaravati.
- The objective of this scheme is to improve accessibility in transportation for persons with disabilities.
- It is expected to benefit over 12.76 lakh people, including their caregivers.
- Individuals with a disability level of more than 40% will be eligible for free bus travel.
- This facility will be available on buses operated by the Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation.
- Attendants traveling with the beneficiaries will receive a 50 percent concession on the fare.
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