The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Panel to study impact of ‘Priyadarshini’ free bus travel scheme on private buses in Kerala
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The Hindu Bureau
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Kerala Transport Minister C.P. John announced a committee to study the financial impact of the 'Priyadarshini' free bus travel scheme on private operators. The government aims to balance social welfare goals with the economic viability of the private transport sector.
Kerala Transport Minister C.P. John has said that the State government will appoint a special committee to assess the losses suffered by private bus operators following the introduction of the ‘Priyadarshini’ scheme offering free travel for women and transgender persons on Kerala State Road Transport Corporation’s (KSRTC) Ordinary buses.
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