Free bus travel for women on all government buses in Karnataka from June 11: Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru: In a major announcement aimed at promoting women's empowerment and ensuring safe and accessible transportation, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has declared the implementation of free bus travel for women across the state, starting from the 11th of this month. This significant initiative, known as the Shakti Guarantee scheme, aims to provide women with a cost-free mode of transportation on all government buses, excluding AC buses and sleeper buses.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah made the announcement during a press conference held following a cabinet meeting. He emphasized the government's commitment to empowering women and facilitating their mobility by removing financial barriers associated with bus travel. The free bus travel scheme is not limited to a specific category of women, as it extends its benefits to all women passengers.
Under the Shakti Guarantee scheme, women of all ages, backgrounds, and occupations will be able to commute without incurring any expenses on government-operated buses.
However, it is important to note that the scheme excludes AC buses and sleeper buses from its coverage. While these categories of buses will not be part of the free bus travel initiative, women passengers can still avail themselves of the benefits on all other government-operated buses including BMTC buses in the state capital.
The CM further added that 50% seats of all government buses will be reserved for men passengers to maintain balance.
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Carnatic singer, traffic cop share musical moment during routine vehicle check in Kerala
Kerala: A routine traffic stop in Kerala turned into a brief musical interaction when a Carnatic vocalist, who was pulled over for not wearing a helmet, ended up performing with the traffic inspector.
The incident happened when the vocalist was stopped by the police for a helmet violation. During the conversation, the officer learned that the rider was a Carnatic singer. In response, the inspector mentioned that he played the Mridangam.
What followed was a short performance where the singer gave a vocal piece and the inspector accompanied him on the Mridangam. Passersby watched and recorded the moment on their phones.
Videos of the exchange were later shared on social media and received positive reactions. Many appreciated the light moment during a regular traffic duty.
This video just made my day! 🎶
— Sadananda Gowda (@DVSadanandGowda) April 8, 2025
Only in India can a traffic stop turn into a soulful street concert! A Carnatic singer, a Mridanga-playing cop and a beautiful moment of art in the middle of discipline.
Let’s enjoy the rhythm, but don’t forget the helmet!#RoadSafety https://t.co/6xDtozdILX
