Delhi Introduces Pink Saheli Smart Card for Free Bus Travel

Current Context: The Delhi Government has introduced the Pink Saheli Smart Card will become mandatory from 1 August 2026, replacing the existing paper-based pink ticket system used in Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and cluster buses.

Key Highlights

• The Pink Saheli Smart Card will be compulsory for women availing free bus travel from 1 August 2026.
• Women will need to register and complete identity verification to obtain the smart card.
• The initiative aims to make the scheme more transparent and prevent misuse.

Objectives

• Digitise the free bus travel scheme for women.
• Eliminate paper tickets and simplify the travel process.
• Ensure that only eligible beneficiaries receive the benefit.
• Improve monitoring and management of the scheme through digital records.
• Generate accurate data to support better transport planning and policymaking.

Question: 

Q1. From which date will the Pink Saheli Smart Card become mandatory for free bus travel in Delhi?

a) 1 July 2026

b) 15 July 2026

c) 1 August 2026

d) 15 August 2026

Answer: c) The Pink Saheli Smart Card will become mandatory from 1 August 2026, replacing the paper-based pink ticket system for free bus travel.