In a significant move, the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s governance announced free bus services for women aged 60 and above. This initiative, aligned with the BJP’s 2022 election promise, brings substantial benefits to elderly women across the state.
Key Features
- Free travel is extended to women aged 60 and above on UPSRTC buses.
- A dedicated provision of Rs 100 crore was allocated for acquiring new buses to support the initiative.
- Estimated annual cost ranging from Rs 250 to 300 crore.
- Approximately 85,000 women are expected to benefit daily from this scheme.
- A comprehensive survey was conducted between March 13, 2022, and March 20, 2023.
- Results indicate that 31% of total daily passengers are women, with 7% (88,438) falling in the 60 and above age category.
- This initiative follows the government’s previous announcement of free bus services for women during Raksha Bandhan in August 2023.
The Uttar Pradesh government’s commitment to promoting inclusive transportation ensures that elderly women have accessible and cost-free travel options, enhancing their mobility and independence.
Source : jagran
