Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that women aged 60 and above will receive free lifetime travel on state-run buses [1].
The initiative targets senior citizens to increase mobility and financial independence for elderly women across the state. By removing fare barriers, the government aims to facilitate easier travel for a demographic that often relies on family support for transportation.
The program applies specifically to buses operated by the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) [3]. Eligibility is strictly limited to women who have reached 60 years of age [1].
Officials said the policy was a "double gift" to senior women in anticipation of the Raksha Bandhan festival [1]. The scheme is designed to provide permanent relief to elderly citizens rather than a temporary holiday promotion.
This move follows a broader trend of state-led welfare initiatives aimed at women's empowerment and social security. The administration said the measure is a way to honor the role of elderly women in the family and society [2].
While the announcement provides the framework for the benefit, the state government will manage the verification process to ensure only eligible residents utilize the free service [3].
“Women aged 60 and above will receive free lifetime travel on state-run buses”
This policy represents a strategic shift toward targeted social welfare for the elderly in Uttar Pradesh. By integrating free transit into the state's transport infrastructure, the government is addressing the intersection of age and gender-based mobility constraints, while timing the announcement to coincide with a major cultural festival to maximize political and social visibility.
