No proposal to revisit 'Shakti' free bus travel scheme for women: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah clarified there is no proposal to change the Shakti scheme, providing free bus travel for women. Despite Deputy CM Shivakumar's comments about some women's willingness to pay, Siddaramaiah confirmed the government has no intention or proposal to revisit it. The Shakti scheme was launched in June 2023 and has had significant financial impact.