The Delhi government has introduced a new plan to make bus travel smoother and more transparent for women. To replace the old paper ticket system and stop corruption, the administration has announced the ‘Pink Saheli Card’. This digital smart card will allow women to travel for free in DTC and cluster buses without any limits. The move aims to keep a proper digital record of every journey and ensure the system remains honest.
Who can get this smart card?
The Pink Saheli Card is available for women and transgender people over the age of 12 who are residents of Delhi. You must have an Aadhar card with a Delhi address to apply for this facility. The card is completely free for eligible passengers. It will be a personalized card printed with the user’s name and photo. Other passengers who want a general smart card will have to pay a fee of Rs 120.
When will the cards be available?
The government plans to start distributing these cards from January 2026. You can get your card made at counters in DM offices, SDM offices, and major bus depots across the city. The government has finalized Airtel and Muffin Payment Bank to issue these cards. Also, IIT Delhi is helping the transport department to fix bus routes and reduce losses. The goal is to completely stop using the old pink paper tickets by 2026.
