Delhi: Kejriwal urges L-G to take steps to restore peace amid CAA protests

Earlier the Delhi CM urged protestors to remain peaceful, stating that any kind of violence is unacceptable.

Women can travel free in DTC buses from October 29

The Cabinet gave its in-principle approval to the transport department’s proposal of free travel to women passengers in all DTC and cluster buses.

The government has also set aside Rs 140 crore for free travel for women in DTC and cluster buses and 150 crores in metro.

He made the announcement at the Delhi government’s Independence Day event at Chhatrasal Stadium.

Manoj Sharma, working president of the DTC Contractual Workers Union, denied claims of violence during the protest.

A circular was issued by the DTC earlier this month for payment of revised wages and incentives to the contractual drivers.

The court demanded a timeline from the govt on its move to procure low-floor electric buses instead of standard-floor CNG buses proposed.

The announcement came after a group of students from DU met the chief minister, seeking concessions in DTC buses for students.

Project aimed at ensuring women security.

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said the move will encourage people to switch to public transport.