Overview

• The London Book of World Records certified the scheme for the largest number of free bus journeys taken by women, according to the state’s announcement on October 15, 2025.
• Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced the certification on X and highlighted a tally of 564.10 crore journeys under the programme.
• The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation was separately recognized as the most award-winning road transport corporation, credited with 464 honours since 1997.
• Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar praised the dual recognitions on social media, calling them global validation of the administration’s approach.
• Launched in 2023 as one of the Congress government’s five guarantees, the Shakti scheme offers free bus travel to women domiciled in Karnataka.