Women passengers on KSRTC Ordinary buses increase to a record 11.84 lakh on Day 2 of Priyadarshini scheme
The Kerala government's 'Priyadarshini' scheme, offering free bus travel for women and transgender persons on KSRTC Ordinary buses, has seen a significant surge in ridership. Transport Minister C.P. John confirmed that the state will reimburse the corporation for the financial liability incurred by the initiative.
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This policy highlights state-level efforts to improve public transport accessibility and gender inclusivity, while raising questions about long-term fiscal sustainability for public transit corporations.
A day after the Priyadarshini free travel scheme for women and transgender persons on Ordinary buses of the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) was rolled out in Kerala, the number of women passengers on Ordinary buses touched 11.84 lakh, an increase of around 2.21 lakh compared to the opening day of the scheme (June 15, 2026).
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