Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Kerala approved the Priyadarshini scheme to offer free bus travel for women across all age groups and income categories. The benefit is initially available on ordinary services operated by the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC). The scheme forms part of the government's Indira Guarantee welfare initiatives aimed at enhancing mobility and reducing transportation expenses for women. The estimated monthly expenditure exceeds ₹60 crore, while the annual financial commitment is projected to be nearly ₹800 crore. Future expansion of the scheme to additional transport categories will depend on improvements in KSRTC’s financial condition and revenue generation.