Hyderabad: Telangana deputy chief minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has given assurances that the State government will allocate necessary funds to support the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) for sustaining the free bus travel for women, which is a key component of the Congress’s six guarantees.
During a review meeting with senior officials, deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, accompanied by transport minister Ponnam Prabhakar, directed TSRTC officials to explore alternative revenue sources without adding financial burdens on passengers. The focus was on finding sustainable solutions for the corporation.
Expressing satisfaction that over 6.5 crore passengers have utilised the free bus travel facility under the Mahalakshmi scheme, Vikramarka emphasised the need for initiatives to ensure seamless transport for women.
The government, through the finance department, is committed to providing ample funds to TSRTC to cover operational expenses.
Acknowledging the financial challenges faced by TSRTC, the deputy chief minister conveyed the government’s readiness to extend full support.
