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CM Vijay Becomes Bus Conductor: Free Bus Travel Extended for Tamil Nadu Women!
- •Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay launched the expanded 'Vetri Yatra' free bus travel scheme for women in Koyambedu, Chennai.
- •The scheme extends free travel to women on Express, LSS, and Deluxe government buses, building upon the previous 'Women's Udaya Prayana Scheme'.
- •Approximately 84 lakh women and transgender individuals are expected to benefit daily, with no restrictions on income limits or number of journeys.
- •CM Vijay inaugurated the scheme by distributing free tickets in Koyambedu, Chennai, and women passengers celebrated by offering sweets.
- •The 'Zero Tickets' are valid only for travel within Tamil Nadu, and the scheme will not be implemented in Chengalpattu and Tiruppur districts due to election code of conduct.
Key Questions Answered
Chief Minister Joseph Vijay launched the expanded Vetri Yatra scheme in Koyambedu, Chennai, allowing women, girls, and transgender individuals to travel free on Express, LSS, Deluxe, and normal fare government buses. The scheme offers 'Zero Tickets' with no income limits or restrictions on the number of journeys.
The Tamil Nadu government has clarified that the free bus travel scheme will not be implemented in Chengalpattu and Tiruppur districts until election procedures are completed, as the by-election code of conduct is currently in force.
Yes, the zero-fare ticket is valid exclusively for travel within Tamil Nadu. If a female passenger boards or alights in a neighboring state or union territory, she must purchase a regular fare ticket for that portion of the trip. For complaints, passengers can contact the toll-free number 149.
