In recent news, women travelling on Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and Cluster buses will no longer be able to use free bus rides without a Pink Saheli Smart Card from August 1st. The Delhi government has declared the smart card compulsory to continue getting the advantage under its free travel scheme for women. Want to know more? Read on!
Delhi Govt Makes Pink Card Compulsory For Women From August 1
According to DTC officials, the upgrade is part of a planned transition from the existing paper-based pink tickets to a digital smart card system. As per a report by The Print, from August 1 onwards, free travel tickets will only be accessible to women carrying a valid Pink Saheli card, which must be tapped while getting on the bus. Those who do not have the card will have to purchase regular tickets by paying the applicable fare.
To motivate more women to enrol, DTC has started a special awareness drive across its buses, encouraging passengers to apply for the Pink Saheli card. The authorities have also set up 50 approved centres across Delhi where qualified women can get the smart card.
So far, approximately 11 lakh Pink Saheli cards have been issued, and the Delhi government seeks to increase the number to 13 lakh by the end of July before the new norm comes into effect. The initiative is planned to streamline the free travel program while reducing dependence on paper tickets.
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What Is The Pink Saheli Card For Delhi Women?
The pink card, to be issued under the NCMC initiative, will enable free travel for women citizens on Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. It will also allow smooth, paid access to the Metro, the Regional Rapid Transit System, and other public transportation services using a single card.
In addition, three types of NCMC cards will be provided under the scheme: the pink card for eligible women residents of Delhi, the blue card for general travellers and the orange card for regular monthly pass users.
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FAQs
What is pink card in Delhi?
The Pink Saheli card will be issued exclusively to women aged 12 years and above who are residents of Delhi for free and seamless travelling.
How do I get a Pink Card in Delhi?
You can apply through the Pink Saheli Card official online portal to get the card.
Is metro free for ladies in Delhi?
The Delhi government has launched the Saheli Pink Card, allowing women to travel free on DTC buses and enjoy paid seamless travel on the Delhi Metro.
