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Shakti (Free Bus Travel for Women)
Transport Department, Karnataka
Free travel for women in ordinary state-run buses within Karnataka. The state placed Shakti and Gruha Jyothi under review in mid-2026 for misuse, so check current status.
Please double-check. This scheme record has not yet been verified by our editors against the official source. Amounts and rules may be out of date, so confirm on the official website before you apply.
🎁 Benefits
- Free travel in non-luxury KSRTC, BMTC, NWKRTC and KKRTC buses within the state
✅ Who can apply
- Women who are residents of Karnataka (Shakti Smart Card)
📎 Documents needed
- Aadhaar or other government ID with address
🧭 How to apply
- Apply for a Shakti Smart Card on Seva Sindhu, or show valid ID while the card is being issued
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