Archive · 10 Aug 2025
Uttar Pradesh: Record Raksha Bandhan Bus Travel for Women
The Uttar Pradesh government gave free bus rides to women and a companion for Raksha Bandhan, from August 8th to 10th.
This special offer, which started in 2017, allowed millions of women to travel without paying.
This year saw a record number of people using the service, almost 75 lakh.
To handle the extra passengers, bus staff received extra pay.
The initiative, which covered all types of state buses, was seen as a sign of support and respect for women, making travel easier and more enjoyable during the festival.
Uttar Pradesh offered free bus travel to women and their companions for Raksha Bandhan.
The free travel was available on all categories of roadways buses from August 8th to 10th.
Approximately 75 lakh passengers, a new record, benefited from the scheme.
Passenger numbers surged, with over 50 lakh using the service in the first two days.
Incentives were provided to bus staff for managing increased passenger numbers and operations.
- Who
- Women in Uttar Pradesh and their companions
- What
- Free bus travel for women and a companion.
- When
- August 8-10
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To celebrate Raksha Bandhan.
Beneficiaries
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Public Sentiment
Beneficiaries
Women expressed gratitude for the free bus travel, viewing it as empowering and respectful.
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- Free Travel Dates
- August 8-10
- Total Beneficiaries
- Approx. 75 lakh
- Bus Service Provider
- Parivahan Nigam
- Passengers in First Two Days
- Over 50 lakh
- Staff Incentive (Drivers/Conductors)
- Rs 1,200 for 1,800km + Rs 0.55/km
- Staff Incentive (Technical)
- Rs 500 (lump sum)
