On Raksha Bandhan, free travel for women in Haryana Roadways buses: Anil Vij

Chandigarh, Aug 6 (PTI) On the festival of Raksha Bandhan, women along with their children (up to 15 years of age) will be provided free travel on Haryana Roadways' buses, the state government announced on Wednesday.

Haryana Transport Minister Anil Vij stated that a proposal in this regard has been approved by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini.

Vij explained that free travel will be available on the 'ordinary buses' operating within Haryana, as well as those travelling to Chandigarh and Delhi. This service will be offered from noon on August 8 to midnight on August 9.

Additionally, Vij mentioned that he has received reports indicating that the allocation of routes for private buses has not been properly managed. He has instructed the relevant officers to review the schedules and timings of these private buses.

He noted that in several instances, private buses leave just moments before state transport buses, leaving the state buses underutilised. Vij assured that officials have been tasked with investigating these situations and considering adjustments to the timings or allocation criteria for these routes.

Reiterating the government's commitment to ensuring that Haryana Roadways buses reach every village in the state, Vij informed that a letter has been sent to all general managers of the transport department for implementation.

Vij further stated that from August 15 onwards, he will begin visits across Haryana. "This is not for political rallies or meetings, but to meet the public and engage with party workers, both new and old," he added. PTI SUN MPL MPL