New Delhi, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday travelled in a DTC bus and interacted with commuters to inspect the implementation of the Saheli Pink Smart Card initiative.Launched by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday, the smart card allows women and transgender residents of the national capital to travel free of cost in Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses.The card has replaced the pink paper ticket and is expected to enable touch-free travel, maintain digital journey records and improve transparency in revenue accounting.”For the mothers, sisters and daughters of Delhi, this is an extremely convenient arrangement. Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Third US carrier on way as Israel launches ‘extensive strikes’ on IranTemporary Waiver For Russian Oil: US allows India to buy stranded crude; move aims to ease supply pressures’Landed in US hoping to kill Trump’: Pakistani man convicted in murder-for-hire plot, says Iran forced himThis card is being made for free at various centres in the city. Just get yourself registered with your Aadhaar number and mobile number, and avail the benefit of free travel on DTC buses,” Gupta said.”I appeal to all women to get the Saheli Pink National Mobility Card (NCMC) card made and make full use of this facility,” she said.During the journey, the chief minister got herself a smart card and interacted with women travelling on the bus.The smart card initiative is aimed at providing seamless access to multiple public transport systems through a single card under the ‘one nation, one card’ initiative.While travel on DTC and cluster buses will be free for those eligible, the card can also be used for paid journeys on other public transport services such as the Delhi Metro and the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS).Each card is linked to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar and mobile number to verify age, gender and Delhi residency. PTIEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBJP Blasts TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee’s Shocking Remark Against CEC Gyanesh KumarNo Confidence Motion Against Om Birla: Mamata Banerjee’s TMC Set To Support Resolution In Parliament”Future Is In Countries Like India…” Piyush Goyal Hails India As Engine Of Growth’PM Modi Betrayed India’: Rahul Gandhi Launches Scathing Attack Over US Trade Deal, Russian OilLPG Cylinder Price Rise Heats Up Inflation Debate As Opposition Targets Modi GovernmentDecoding The Vijay Factor In Tamil Nadu Elections: Can The Actor Turn Popularity Into Votes?’The Future Is India, Global South Will Decide New World Order’: Finland Gives Reality Check To WestHomecoming Or Strategic Masterstroke? How Tamil Nadu Ex-CM’s DMK Return Could Reshape State Politics’India’s Strength Will Decide Its Destiny, Not By Mistakes Of Others’: Jaishankar Strong Message’Indian Discount’: Why Semaglutide is Finally Becoming Affordable| Ozempic Patent Expire | EXPLAINED123PhotostoriesExclusive – The 50’s Divya Agarwal breaks silence on divorce rumours with husband Apurva Padgaonkar; says ‘We live in separate houses…’How to make Bihari-style Champaran Mutton for dinner at home6 things you should never ignore in car maintenance10 desi Indian ways to enjoy Oats for dinner and dessert7 bedroom plants for better sleep and cleaner indoor airFrom iron deficiency to lung disease: Doctors say your nails may reveal hidden health problemsAllu Arjun’s brother Allu Sirish marries Nayanika Reddy: Bride dazzles in diamonds and Kanjivaram saree, groom steals show in ivory sherwani6 most luxurious homes owned by Indian cricketers with estimated prices5 famous war museums around the world travellers can visitWalt Disney once said, “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage…”: 5 lessons it teaches students123Hot PicksMiddle East Oil RisksIran Mobile Missile LauncersMiddle East CrisisNitish KumarIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingFortnite Wild Weeks Power Hour EventDaksh ChaudharyUPSC ResultsMiddle East ConflictNoida AirportCody RhodesWWE Smackdown HighlightsUCEED ResultBombay High CourtWhere to watch ind vs nz t20
New Delhi, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday travelled in a DTC bus and interacted with commuters to inspect the implementation of the Saheli Pink Smart Card initiative.Launched by President Droupadi Murmu on Monday, the smart card allows women and transgender residents of the national capital to travel free of cost in Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses.The card has replaced the pink paper ticket and is expected to enable touch-free travel, maintain digital journey records and improve transparency in revenue accounting.“For the mothers, sisters and daughters of Delhi, this is an extremely convenient arrangement. This card is being made for free at various centres in the city. Just get yourself registered with your Aadhaar number and mobile number, and avail the benefit of free travel on DTC buses,” Gupta said.“I appeal to all women to get the Saheli Pink National Mobility Card (NCMC) card made and make full use of this facility,” she said.During the journey, the chief minister got herself a smart card and interacted with women travelling on the bus.The smart card initiative is aimed at providing seamless access to multiple public transport systems through a single card under the ‘one nation, one card’ initiative.While travel on DTC and cluster buses will be free for those eligible, the card can also be used for paid journeys on other public transport services such as the Delhi Metro and the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS).Each card is linked to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar and mobile number to verify age, gender and Delhi residency. PTI