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A bumpy ride for a dream project! KSRTC's 'Priyadarshini' free travel scheme for women has hit a major roadblock in Thiruvananthapuram. Due to poor fleet management, highly commuted routes are flooded with 'City Fast' buses where the free travel concession doesn't apply, leaving women passengers stranded and disappointed. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/priyadarshini-ksrtc-city-fast-buses-disrupt-free-travel-scheme-for-kerala-women-commuters-av3n15ik?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #KSRTC #PriyadarshiniScheme #KeralaTransport #WomenCommuters

Upgrades aren't always better! KSRTC’s new Super Fast Premium services are facing a massive revenue slump. Passengers are actively avoiding them due to cramped seats, terrible legroom, and lack of ventilation, preferring older models or Swift buses instead. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/cramped-seats-zero-comfort-heavy-revenue-slump-for-ksrtc-super-fast-premium-services-eh08i57y?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #KSRTC #KeralaTransport #SuperFastPremium #PublicTransport

Big news for commuters in Kerala! The Priyadarshini scheme officially launches today, bringing free KSRTC ordinary bus travel for women and transgender individuals. Passengers can also carry up to 15 kg of luggage for free. Don't forget to collect your zero-fare ticket from the conductor! https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/free-travel-for-kerala-women-on-3-125-buses-from-today-luggage-up-to-15-kg-also-free-r8b6tg3u?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #KeralaTransport #KSRTCFreeTravel #WomenEmpowerment

A historic move for women's mobility in Kerala! The Priyadarshini Free Travel scheme officially rolls out this Monday. Chief Minister V D Satheesan will inaugurate the service and join passengers on the first ride. Remember, a zero-ticket is mandatory to avoid fines! https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/kerala-women-all-set-for-free-travel-vp-sheela-to-drive-inaugural-bus-cm-to-join-maiden-journey-bcnzzdmy?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #KeralaTransport #KSRTC #WomenEmpowerment #PriyadarshiniScheme

Private bus operators in Kerala are raising the alarm over the new free travel scheme for women in KSRTC buses. Claiming the move could "destabilise" the transport network, they are calling for urgent government talks and financial support. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/unilateral-private-bus-operators-in-kerala-call-for-review-of-ksrtc-free-travel-policy-for-women-r9a8ic1q?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #KeralaTransport #KSRTC #PrivateBus #KeralaGovernment #UDF