Delhi Introduces Pink Saheli Smart Card for Women's Free Bus Travel Starting August 1, 2026
| Topic | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Effective Date | From 1 August 2026 |
| Key Change | Paper-based pink tickets discontinued; Pink Saheli Smart Card mandatory for free bus travel. |
| Applicable Buses | DTC buses & DIMTS (Cluster) buses |
| Eligibility | Women currently eligible under Delhi's free bus travel scheme. |
| Requirement | Must tap the card on boarding; non-cardholders pay normal fare. |
| Purpose | Digitize travel, reduce paper use, prevent misuse, improve transparency and efficiency. |

