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Delhi Launches 'Pink Saheli' NCMC Smart Card for Free Bus Travel for Women and Transgender Residents

The personalized card replaces paper pink tickets to curb misuse through Delhi residency verification.

Overview

  • Women and transgender people aged 12 and above who are bona fide Delhi residents with valid ID are eligible for the Pink Saheli Smart Card.
  • Online registration is open on the Delhi government website and the dedicated Saheli Card portal.
  • The card grants free rides only on DTC and cluster buses while offering top-up functionality for paid use on other transit modes under the NCMC framework.
  • The card is personalized with the holder’s name and photograph to ensure benefits reach intended users.
  • DTC has issued an EOI to empanel banks for a five-year issuance arrangement, with operational partner details and full rollout timelines to follow.