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UP Women Get Free Bus Travel for Raksha Bandhan

UP women to travel free in state buses, CM Yogi launches special scheme

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 26 August 2026 at 10:11 pm
UP Women Get Free Bus Travel for Raksha Bandhan

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a special gift for the women of Uttar Pradesh on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. From August 27 to August 29, women will be able to travel for free in Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation and city buses.

This offer will be valid from 6 am on August 27 until midnight on August 29. Female passengers will also be allowed to travel with one companion free of cost in Corporation buses.

To mark the occasion, the CM launched the ‘Lokmata Ahilyabai Matrushakti Yatra’ and flagged off special buses. Women above 60 years of age will travel free of cost on these buses.

At a program organized at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, the Chief Minister flagged off the special buses and interacted with the women traveling on them. He also took selfies with the women and presented them with gifts, including smart cards, bags, sarees, and sweets.

The CM also extended Raksha Bandhan greetings to everyone and enquired about the well-being of the women. The women who received gifts from the CM included Rajrani, Ganesh Devi, Kalawati, Mithana, Prabhudei, Shammi, Shanti Devi, Manjulata, Shivkali, Draupadi, and Meera.

The ‘Lokmata Ahilyabai Matrushakti Yatra’ scheme aims to empower women in the state. The scheme includes various initiatives to support women's welfare and development.

The free travel offer is a welcome move for women in Uttar Pradesh, who will be able to travel safely and conveniently during the Raksha Bandhan festival. The scheme is also expected to boost women's participation in the festival and promote their overall well-being.

The Uttar Pradesh government has been implementing various schemes to support women's empowerment and development in the state. The free travel offer is a part of these efforts and is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of women in the state.

Overall, the CM's announcement is a significant move to promote women's welfare and development in Uttar Pradesh. The scheme is expected to benefit thousands of women in the state and promote their overall well-being.

The move is also seen as a gesture of goodwill by the state government towards the women of Uttar Pradesh. The free travel offer is a token of appreciation for the contributions made by women to the state's development and prosperity.

In conclusion, the UP government's decision to offer free bus travel to women during Raksha Bandhan is a welcome move that is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of women in the state. The scheme is a part of the government's efforts to promote women's empowerment and development in Uttar Pradesh.

Frequently asked questions

What is the duration of the free bus travel offer for UP women?

The offer is valid from August 27 to August 29, from 6 am to midnight.

Can women travel with a companion during the free bus travel offer?

Yes, women can travel with one companion free of cost in Corporation buses.

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