Bengaluru to get 1400 new Electric Buses in city transport by April 2024: CM Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday announced the addition of 1400 new electric buses to Bengaluru's city transport by April 2024. The inauguration of 100 electric buses marked the beginning of this initiative, as the Chief Minister participated in a program organized by the Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation in front of the eastern entrance of Vidhana Soudha.
During the event, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah highlighted the significant impact of welfare schemes on the state's residents. He noted that 120 crore women have availed free travel in state transport buses, emphasizing the inclusive nature of the initiative that benefits women from all castes, religions, and walks of life.
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Expressing his satisfaction with the welfare scheme, the Chief Minister questioned the criticism from the BJP, stating that the opposition party had not implemented such a program during its tenure. He emphasized the positive economic impact of the scheme, citing increased purchasing power and economic activity.
The Chief Minister defended the government's welfare initiatives, explaining that the schemes have directly benefited 4 crore 30 lakh people in the state, bringing the poor, working classes, and middle-class families into the mainstream of economic progress. He highlighted the achievements in economic empowerment and financial independence, particularly for women.
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Nana Patole resigns as Maharashtra Congress chief following assembly election setback
Mumbai: Nana Patole has stepped down as the President of the Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee, days after the party faced a severe defeat in the state assembly elections.
The party’s poor performance in the elections had raised concerns about its leadership and strategy in the state.
The Congress, which contested 101 seats as part of the MVA, posted its worst-ever defeat by managing to win only 16 seats.
