Hyderabad, July 22, 2025:
The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) has achieved a historic feat—over 200 crore free rides have been availed by women under the government’s flagship scheme promoting gender-friendly public transportation.
Since the introduction of the free bus travel facility for women, the estimated value of the benefit has reached ₹6,700 crore. This massive welfare measure has significantly empowered women commuters across the state, ensuring safe and reliable transportation without any financial burden.
A Testament to Progressive Governance
The initiative, which was rolled out as a part of Telangana’s commitment to women empowerment and social equity, has seen *consistent support from the state government. The government has been *regularly releasing funds to the TSRTC, ensuring seamless implementation of the scheme without any disruption in services.
Transport Minister *Ponnam Prabhakar, while expressing his gratitude to the public and TSRTC staff, announced that *statewide celebrations will be held on July 23, to commemorate this momentous occasion.
Celebrations Across the State
According to official sources, special events and celebrations are scheduled at 97 RTC depots and 341 bus stations across Telangana. The minister urged all stakeholders to actively participate in these programs, highlighting the success of this transformative policy.
These events will serve not only to mark the achievement but also to express appreciation to the frontline workers of TSRTC who made this service possible through their dedicated efforts.
Key Highlights:
- 200 crore+ women benefited from free bus travel
- Monetary value exceeds ₹6,700 crore
- Celebrations to be held at 97 depots & 341 bus stations
- TSRTC receiving regular government funds for implementation
- Minister Ponnam Prabhakar calls for grand participation in events