SchemesMonday, 25 May 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
West Bengal women’s free bus travel scheme from June 1: TNPSC facts on eligibility, smart card and route coverage
West Bengal announced free bus travel for women from June 1, with smart cards and statewide use across state-run buses.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In May 2026, the West Bengal government announced that its free bus travel scheme for women will come into force from June 1, 2026, across state-run buses, with a smart card system for eligibility.
Key specifics
- Scheme start date: June 1, 2026.
- Beneficiaries: women travelling in West Bengal state buses.
- Coverage: both short-distance and long-distance buses under the state transport system.
- Smart card details: photo and name of the applicant will be printed on the card.
- Documents mentioned: Aadhaar, voter ID, or Ayushman Bharat health card can be submitted.
Exam lens
Question type: scheme-current affairs, eligibility and implementation match-the-following; key facts: West Bengal, June 1, 2026, women, smart card, state buses. TNPSC one-liner: identify the state, the launch date, and the document-based card system.