MmmmTIL that in india , public transportation especially bus is free of cost for women in many major provinces and many other provinces are planning to implement such schemes soon.
Key State-Wise Initiatives
1)Delhi: Offers year-round free travel for women , recently extended and expanded to include transgender passengers with the “Pink Saheli” card system.
2)Tamil Nadu: The Zero Ticket Bus Travel Scheme permits women to travel free in government-run normal-fare buses (up to 30 km).
3)Karnataka: The Shakti scheme launched on June 11, 2023, provides free transport for women domiciled in the state on KSRTC, BMTC, NWKRTC, and KKRTC buses.
4)Andhra Pradesh: The Stree Shakti Free Bus Travel Scheme promotes women’s empowerment, with significant ridership.
5)Punjab: Provides free travel for women in state-run buses.
Special Occasions: Several states like Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh offer free travel on Raksha Bandhan.