Priyadarshini Scheme Paves Way for Free Travel for Women & Transgender Persons in Keralam

The newly launched Priyadarshini Scheme in Keralam offers free travel on state-run buses for women and transgender persons. Aiming to enhance mobility and accessibility, it benefits daily commuters by lowering transport costs and expanding access to education and employment opportunities.

The Keralam government's introduction of the Priyadarshini Scheme marks a significant effort to enhance mobility for women and transgender individuals, offering them free travel on state-run buses. This new measure, aiming to reduce travel expenses and boost opportunities, has been quickly embraced by those it intends to serve.

Among the enthusiastic supporters is Sheela, a KSRTC bus driver, who called it a memorable milestone in her career. Since joining KSRTC in 2013, Sheela expressed that she had not witnessed such a groundbreaking initiative. She believes the scheme will provide substantial benefits to women across the state.

The scheme was ceremoniously introduced by Chief Minister V D Satheesan, who flagged off the inaugural bus, marking its widespread implementation. The government views this initiative as not only a subsidy but a step towards social inclusion and economic empowerment, extending to all 3,125 ordinary KSRTC buses across Keralam.