free travel scheme

Private bus operators in Kozhikode are intensifying their protest against the KSRTC's free travel scheme. The dispute centers on the implementation of the scheme, which has sparked opposition from private transportation providers.

The Kerala High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the free travel scheme for women and transgender persons in KSRTC ordinary buses, stating there was no evidence in the plea to prove the government order was illegal.

Mahila Morcha activists protested on a Fast Passenger bus, demanding the free travel scheme be extended to all KSRTC services. Commuters objected to the protest, leading to tense scenes.

Kerala's free travel scheme faces criticism as commuters claim KSRTC rebranded ordinary buses as City Fast services to bypass scheme norms. Allegations suggest the public utility is circumventing regulations through rebranding efforts.