The Delhi government has introduced the ‘Saheli Card’, a smart travel card enabling free bus rides for women and transgender residents of Delhi.

This initiative replaces the earlier pink ticket scheme, ensuring better transparency, targeted benefits, and enhanced digital integration with public transport.

Key Points:

• The ‘Saheli Card’ offers unlimited free travel on DTC and cluster buses for Delhi-based women and transgender individuals aged 12 and above.
• The card is National Common Mobility Card (NCMC)-enabled and includes full KYC, photo, and address verification to ensure only Delhi residents benefit.
• The new scheme replaces the paper-based pink ticket system, which was prone to misuse and lacked accountability.
• Applicants can register online, complete KYC at partner banks, and receive the Saheli Card by post; nominal bank fees may apply.
• The government aims to integrate the card with metro and app-based ticketing systems to create a seamless, secure, and accountable public transport experience.