From the Mangalagiri RTC Bus Stand, Chief Minister Chandrababu, Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, and Minister Nara Lokesh launched the ‘Divyang Shakti’ free bus scheme today.
RAJA PENTAPATI
. AP Bureau Chief
. March 18 | Bharat News
(Five-Star Rated News Service by Google)
AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu launched the Divyang Shakti Scheme today , in Amaravati as a Ugadi festival gift, providing free travel on APSRTC buses for persons with disabilities. He emphasized its focus on social equity, mobility, and dignity for the differently-abled during the event.
Key Statements and ActionsNaidu symbolically traveled on an APSRTC bus with beneficiaries and senior leaders like Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan and Minister Nara Lokesh, then hosted a community lunch. He highlighted the scheme’s role in promoting independence and inclusivity, calling it one of India’s largest mobility programs for over 12.76 lakh people across 21 disability categories.
Scheme Details SharedNaidu noted free travel for those with over 40% disability, plus 50% fare concessions for attendants, with the government allocating Rs 207 crore annually to APSRTC. MLAs launched it simultaneously in their areas to ensure statewide rollout.
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