Archive · 7 Aug 2025
Andhra Pradesh to Offer Free Bus Travel for Women from August 2025
Starting August 15, 2025, women in Andhra Pradesh can ride state buses for free.
This plan helps over 26 million women, including girls and transgender individuals.
You can travel on different buses, but not some long-distance or special services.
The government is buying more electric buses and will add cameras to keep everyone safe.
This costs a lot of money, but many more people are expected to use the buses as a result.
Free bus travel for women in Andhra Pradesh will begin on August 15, 2025.
The scheme covers 2.62 crore women, girls, and transgenders in the state.
Eligible to travel on various APSRTC bus services, excluding interstate, contract carriage and chartered services.
74% of state buses (6,700) will offer free travel; scheme costs ₹162 crore monthly.
The government will purchase 3,000 electric buses and install safety measures.
- Who
- Women, girls, and transgenders in Andhra Pradesh.
- What
- Free bus travel for women in Andhra Pradesh.
- When
- Starting August 15, 2025.
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh.
- Why
- As part of the ruling government's welfare schemes.
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Welfare Scheme
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Providing free bus travel for women to support their mobility and welfare.
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- Scheme
- Free Bus Travel for Women
- Start Date
- August 15, 2025
- Beneficiaries
- 2.62 crore women, girls, and transgenders
- Eligible Buses
- PalleVelugu, Ultra Pallebelugu, City Ordinary, Express, Metro Express
- Cost
- ₹162 crore per month
- Safety Measures
- Body cameras, CCTV cameras
- Additional Buses
- 3,000 Electric Buses
Sources
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