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Karnataka’s Shakti Scheme Goes Digital: Smart Cards Planned Free Bus Service For About 3 Crore Women

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The Karnataka government plans to issue smart cards to around three crore women beneficiaries of the Shakti scheme, which provides free travel on state-run buses to women residents of the state. Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh said the move aims to simplify travel, improve passenger verification and help transport corporations maintain accurate records.



The announcement comes as ridership under the scheme continues to grow, with more than 753 crore zero-fare tickets reportedly issued since

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