CBTFW60YA-P
Concessional Bus Travel Facility to Women above 60 years of age- Punjab
Under the scheme, all the women of 60 years and above residing in the State of Punjab have been given the benefit w.e.f. 12.11.1999 for 50% concession in bus fare in the Punjab Roadways and Pepsu Road Transport Corporation Buses.
States / UT: Punjab
Nodal department: Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
DBT (direct benefit transfer): No
Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment, Travel & Tourism, Women and Child
Target beneficiaries: Individual
Tags: Bus Travel, Woman, Concessional Bus Fare, Senior Citizen
Details
The scheme “Concessional Bus Travel Facility to Women above 60 years of age” is implemented by the Department of Social Security and Women & Child Development, Government of Punjab. Under the scheme, all the women of 60 years and above residing in the State of Punjab have been given the benefit w.e.f. 12.11.99 for 50% concession in bus fare in the Punjab Roadways and Pepsu Road Transport Corporation Buses. All the Child Development Project Officers have been authorized to issue such passes on the production of age and residence proof. This scheme is 100% state-sponsored.
Benefits
- - Under this scheme, 50% concession in bus fare for women in the State Government buses
- Under this scheme, 50% concession in bus fare for women in the State Government buses.
Eligibility
- All women of 60 years and above residing in the State of Punjab can avail of the benefits under the scheme.
Application Process
Offline
The eligible applicant may contact at village-level AWW for prescribed bus pass performa.
Note: All the Child Development Project Officers have been authorized to issue such passes on the production of age and residence proof.
Contact at Block level: Child Development Project Officer (CDPO).
Grievances Redressal:
• Child Development Project Officer (CDPO)
• District Programme Officer
• Head Office, Helpline (0172-2608746)
Email: dsswcd@punjab.gov.in & ddicdsheadOffice@rediffmail.com
Clarifications
Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).
- Who is eligible for the Concessional Bus Travel Facility?
- All women aged 60 years and above, residing in the State of Punjab, are eligible for the Concessional Bus Travel Facility.
- What is the benefit provided under this scheme?
- Eligible women can avail a 50% concession in bus fare when traveling in Punjab Roadways and Pepsu Road Transport Corporation Buses.
- Who issues the concessional passes under this scheme?
- All Child Development Project Officers have been authorized to issue concessional passes.
- Is the scheme open to women from other states or regions?
- No, the scheme is specifically for women aged 60 and above who are residents of the State of Punjab.
- How can I apply for the Concessional Bus Travel Facility?
- Eligible applicants can contact the Anganwadi Worker (AWW) at the village level to obtain the prescribed bus pass application form (performa).
- How can I address grievances related to the Concessional Bus Travel Facility?
- Grievances can be addressed to the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) & District Programme Officer.
Official links
References
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- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
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