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How has the fare free bus scheme in Tamil Nadu impacted women? CAG spoke to 3000 women across the state to understand.
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Fair Fares: Towards Gender-Inclusive Public Transport
CAG surveyed 3000 women across 6 cities to understand the impact of the fare-free public transport scheme for women launched by the Tamil Nadu government. The study found that women were able to save an average of Rs 601 to Rs 800 per month as a result of this scheme. Additionally, the study highlighted that the saved transportation expenses were predominantly invested in the family. Find out more from the full report.
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Report launch of 'Fair Fares: Towards Gender-Inclusive Public Transport'
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Sustainable Transport - Fair Fares: Poor time keeping
While #women are overwhelmingly appreciative of the fare free scheme in the state, they would also like for issues around poor time keeping, low frequency & crowding to be addressed. Offering free services which are also excellent in terms of consistency & quality would truly befit a pioneering service such as this. Full report out soon! Follow us to learn more. #PinkPerundhu #FreeBus
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Sustainable Transport - Fair fares: Still some way to go.
CAG’s study found that male passengers labelled women as freeloaders. However, it's essential to acknowledge that women tend to invest their savings in their families. Full report out soon! Follow us to learn more.
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Sustainable Transport - Fair Fares: Breaking down barriers
Women’s visibility in public spaces is constrained by societal norms. Women are discouraged from going out, especially if there is no chore or household responsibility behind the journey. This affects how women are perceived in public spaces. Increased use of public transport by women for various purposes, improves their visibility in public spaces, and helps redefine societal norms. Full report out soon! Follow us to learn more.
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Sustainable Transport - Fair Fares: Better access; fewer barriers
Access to fresh air is crucial for both genders. CAG's study found that women are now using the free bus service for leisure activities. This boosts women's mental well-being and fosters positive family relationships. Full report out soon! Follow us to learn more.
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Sustainable Transport - Fair fares: Ticket to women's empowerment
Women's transportation needs often takes a backseat among family priorities. Along with the disproportionate load of domestic duties that they shoulder, it is extremely challenging for women to work outside the home. CAG's study found that the fare free bus scheme reduced the barriers somewhat. Full report out soon! Follow us to learn more.
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Freebie or Freedom? Tamil Nadu’s free bus travel scheme for women
Few have tried to understand the significance of the free bus travel scheme that a handful of states have introduced. In Tamil Nadu the benefits for women have been definite and palpable, though issues like poor frequency of women-only buses need to be addressed.
