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35 lakh women ride Delhi buses in six days using free Pink Saheli card
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 10:01 PM
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Within six days of launching the Pink Saheli smart card, 3.5 million women in Delhi have used it for free bus travel, reflecting rapid uptake of the scheme.
The Delhi Transport Corporation introduced the Pink Saheli smart card to provide women commuters with free rides on city buses. Launched just a week ago, the card has already been used by 3.5 million female passengers, according to official data released by the corporation.
Transport officials said the surge in usage underscores the demand for gender‑focused mobility solutions in the capital. The card can be recharged online or at designated kiosks, and it works across all DTC bus routes, eliminating fare barriers for women.
The scheme is part of a broader effort by the Delhi government to improve safety and accessibility for women in public transport. Authorities plan to monitor the program’s impact and consider extending similar benefits to other modes of urban transit.
While the initial response has been overwhelmingly positive, officials caution that continued awareness campaigns and infrastructure upgrades will be essential to sustain the momentum and ensure that the service remains reliable for all women commuters.
Transport officials said the surge in usage underscores the demand for gender‑focused mobility solutions in the capital. The card can be recharged online or at designated kiosks, and it works across all DTC bus routes, eliminating fare barriers for women.
The scheme is part of a broader effort by the Delhi government to improve safety and accessibility for women in public transport. Authorities plan to monitor the program’s impact and consider extending similar benefits to other modes of urban transit.
While the initial response has been overwhelmingly positive, officials caution that continued awareness campaigns and infrastructure upgrades will be essential to sustain the momentum and ensure that the service remains reliable for all women commuters.