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Mahalakshmi Scheme Drives 97.20 Lakh Rise in Women Passengers Across Telangana
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 04:47 AM
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The Mahalakshmi scheme has led to a surge of 97.20 lakh women passengers in Telangana, marking a significant boost in female travel participation.
The Mahalakshmi scheme, launched by the Telangana government, aims to encourage women to use public transport by offering various incentives and safety measures.
According to recent data, the scheme has resulted in an increase of 97.20 lakh women passengers across the state, a record rise that underscores its effectiveness.
Transport officials say the growth reflects greater confidence among women in using buses and trains, and highlights the scheme’s role in promoting gender inclusivity and mobility.
The state’s transport department credits the scheme’s targeted benefits—such as free travel for women in certain categories and enhanced security—to this significant uptick in female ridership.
According to recent data, the scheme has resulted in an increase of 97.20 lakh women passengers across the state, a record rise that underscores its effectiveness.
Transport officials say the growth reflects greater confidence among women in using buses and trains, and highlights the scheme’s role in promoting gender inclusivity and mobility.
The state’s transport department credits the scheme’s targeted benefits—such as free travel for women in certain categories and enhanced security—to this significant uptick in female ridership.