- To provide relief to women and the transgender community, the Kerala government launched the ‘Priyadarshini Free Bus Travel Scheme’ on June 15, 2026.
- Under this scheme, women and transgender individuals in the state will be provided free travel facilities on ordinary buses operated by the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC).
- The government aims to make public transport more inclusive and accessible, promote women's mobility, and provide equal opportunities to all sections of society.
- The implementation of the scheme is expected to provide financial relief to a large number of passengers.
- Beneficiaries traveling under the scheme will be issued a zero-value ticket via the Electronic Ticket Machine (ETM) on the bus.
- This ticket will serve as an official record of the journey and assist in managing and monitoring the subsidy borne by the government.
- This initiative is being viewed as a significant step towards social inclusion and public welfare.
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