New Delhi, May 19 -- Under the leadership of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the capital has achieved another major milestone in its effort to provide safe, modern and barrier-free public transport for women. More than 8 lakh smart cards have now been issued under the Delhi Government and Delhi Transport Corporation's ambitious 'Pink Saheli Smart Card' scheme.

According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), the achievement reflects not only the growing popularity of the scheme, but also the increasing trust women in Delhi are placing in the city's public transport system and their rising participation in it. The CM said special camps are also being organised continuously to help women get the cards made easily.

CM Gupta said the Delhi...