Priyadarshini
Coverage of Priyadarshini in the Nexus archive.
- ‘Priyadarshini’ free bus travel scheme gets rousing start in Kerala’s Thrissur
The 'Priyadarshini' free bus travel scheme launched in Thrissur, Kerala, with Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala flagging off the event and calling it a 'golden moment' in the state's history.
- Kerala launches ‘Priyadarshini’ free bus travel scheme for women
Kerala has launched the ‘Priyadarshini’ free bus travel scheme for women, inaugurated by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan at Thampanoor. The inaugural journey, which included the CM and other dignitaries, was operated by a women crew to the Secretariat.
- Free travel for women and transgender persons on KSRTC ‘ordinary’ services from June 15, 2026
Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan will flag off the 'Priyadarshini' free bus travel scheme, offering free travel for women and transgender persons on KSRTC's ordinary services starting June 15, 2026.
- Kerala Cabinet decides to implement free travel concession for women on KSRTC’s ordinary services from June 15
The Kerala Cabinet has decided to implement a free travel concession for women and transgenders on KSRTC’s ordinary services starting June 15 under the scheme ‘Priyadarshini’. The initiative, applicable to all women and transgenders regardless of age or financial status, will add an annual financial burden of ₹750-₹800 crore for KSRTC.