Telangana Rolls Out Free Bus Travel Scheme For Women, Transgender People

The scheme is specifically designed for the benefit of girls, women of all age groups, and transgender persons who are domiciled in Telangana.

The Congress government in Telangana launched the 'Maha Lakshmi scheme' on Thursday, which provides free travel for women, girls and transgender persons.

As per an official release, the Transport Department of the Government of Telangana has announced the launch of the '6 Guarantees-Maha Lakshmi' scheme.

The Maha Lakshmi scheme was announced by the Congress party on September 18, in its Manifesto for Telangana. According to the scheme, the Congress party will provide free bus travel for women in Telangana while also providing Rs 2500 to women every month under the Mahalaxmi Yojana.