Thiruvananthapuram, June 12 -- Keralam government on Friday announced free bus travel for all women across the state on Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) ordinary buses, starting from June 15.

Addressing the press conference here, Transport Minister CP John said that the scheme will cover all women, with no special cards or certificates required, and will apply to ordinary buses operated by the KSRTC.

"The government has taken a historic decision to provide free bus travel for women. No special cards or certificates will be required, and all women will be eligible for free travel. KSRTC currently has 3,125 ordinary buses," he said.

He added that Chief Minister VD Satheesan will inaugurate the scheme at Thampanoor bus stat...