Women passengers on KSRTC Ordinary buses increase to a record 11.84 lakh on Day 2 of Priyadarshini scheme (opens original article in a new tab)

The Priyadarshini free travel scheme for women and transgender persons on KSRTC Ordinary buses saw 11.84 lakh passengers on June 16, 2026, with the government agreeing to reimburse costs and addressing potential impacts on private operators.

• Women passengers on KSRTC Ordinary buses reached 11.84 lakh on June 16, 2026, under the Priyadarshini scheme
• The scheme increased women's share of total passengers from 50% to 64% in a week
• The government will reimburse ₹2.46 crore in costs for free travel to women and transgender persons
• Private bus operators may face losses, but the government is open to discussions on solutions