Mahalakshmi Scheme
Free bus travel + subsidised LPG for Telangana women
Government
State Government
Who it’s for
Women (all) / Ration-card holding households
Application mode
Direct at bus / Automatic via ration card
Processing time
Immediate for bus travel; LPG subsidy reflected automatically at the point of purchase for eligible ration-card holders.
Deadline / renewal
Ongoing scheme, no deadline.
What it provides
Free bus travel for women in TSRTC buses across Telangana, plus subsidised LPG cylinders (Rs 500) for eligible households, to support women's mobility and reduce household fuel costs.
Benefits breakdown
Who’s eligible
All women (Indian citizens) for free bus travel; women/households holding a ration card for LPG subsidy component.
Documents required
- Free bus travel: any government photo ID for verification if requested
- LPG subsidy: ration card linked to the household
How to apply
In-person / offline
- Free bus travel: board the TSRTC bus and show ID if requested; no advance registration needed
- LPG subsidy: linked automatically to your ration card — collect the subsidised cylinder from your regular gas agency/PDS-linked distributor
Helpline
Contact TSRTC customer care via tsrtcbus.in
FAQs
Do I need to register for free bus travel?
No advance registration is typically required — just board the eligible bus; some routes may require showing an ID.
Last verified 31 August 2026