Women see free bus rides as poll plank
The Free Press Journal|October 02, 2024
In a recent survey carried out by NGO Greenpeace India, 94% of women respondents sought free, accessible and efficient public bus services. Titled 'Fare Free Future: Women's Perspective on the Public Bus Transport in Mumbai', the report released ahead of the assembly polls appeals to political parties to make free and safe bus transport a priority in their manifestos.
Ruoha Kanolkar
Women see free bus rides as poll plank

Public buses are the lifeline for many in Mumbai, especially women, who rely heavily on them for their daily commute. However, the report highlights the need for substantial improvements like better frequency, improved bus shelter infrastructure and gender-sensitive policies to ensure women's safety.

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