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Free bus travel for women

Telugu Desam Party · Andhra Pradesh Assembly Election 2024

Last updated 13 Jun 2026

What does this status mean?

The stated commitment has been substantively delivered, supported by evidence.

Status describes delivery. Confidence describes how strong the available evidence is.

Original manifesto wording

“Provide free bus travel for women.”

From the Telugu Desam Party manifestoView Manifestop.3

Our Assessment

Fulfilled. The 'Stree Shakti' free bus-travel scheme for women, girls and transgender persons was launched on 15 August 2025, covering five APSRTC service categories (Pallevelugu, Ultra Pallevelugu, City Ordinary, Express, Metro Express) - about 74% of the roughly 11,449-bus fleet - for about 2.62 crore beneficiaries, at an estimated Rs 1,942 crore per year reimbursed to APSRTC. By February 2026 around 4.29 crore journeys had been made. Premium/AC, non-stop and interstate services are excluded.