Free Bus Service for Women in Jammu & Kashmir

On April 1, 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir government launched a free bus service for women, aimed at promoting gender-inclusive mobility. Flagged off by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, the service allows women to travel for free on smart city e-buses and JKRTC buses across the Union Territory. The initiative includes 200 e-buses in urban areas and 235 JKRTC buses in the Kashmir and Jammu regions. This development enhances women’s safety, accessibility, and empowerment, focusing on supporting the mobility of working women.

Objectives

• Empowerment: To provide women with the freedom to travel safely and confidently.
• Inclusivity: Aimed at promoting gender equality and creating a safe environment for women in public spaces.
• Mobility: The initiative is designed to make transportation more affordable, accessible, and safer for women.