Delhi's Pink Saheli Card: Free Bus Travel Restricted to Residents, Millions Excluded

• Delhi government introduces 'Pink Saheli Card' for free DTC bus travel, replacing the universal paper ticket system.
• Eligibility for the new card is restricted to Delhi residents aged 12+ with a Delhi Aadhaar card.
• Millions of women from states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh residing in Delhi will lose free travel benefits.
• The move aims for transparency and digitalization, eliminating paper tickets and streamlining data.
• Two other smart cards for bus pass holders and general prepaid travel are also being introduced.

Why It Matters: Delhi's new Pink Saheli Card restricts free bus travel to residents, excluding millions of non-resident women.