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Shakti scheme crowds buses with women: KSRTC steps in finally; reserves seats for men

Mysuru: In a bid to provide relief to men frequently travelling standing inside Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses, particularly after the implementation of the ‘Shakti’ scheme that offers free travel…

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Published February 21, 2025 · 2 min read
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Mysuru: In a bid to provide relief to men frequently travelling standing inside Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses, particularly after the implementation of the ‘Shakti’ scheme that offers free travel for women, the Mysuru City Division has instructed its staff to enforce seat reservations for men more strictly.

Since the launch of the ‘Shakti’ scheme, State-run buses have seen a significant surge in female passengers, effectively turning them into ‘women’s buses’ due to the free travel benefit.

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