Women claim long wait for pink cards; no snags in scheme, says Delhi Transport Minister
The Hindu·1h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Women in Delhi report extended wait times to obtain the Pink National Common Mobility Card (PNCMC), or Saheli card, launched by President Droupadi Murmu in March 2026. The BJP government scheme allows women free travel on DTC buses, replacing the previous pink ticket system. Moumita Pal missed work and took pay cuts during multiple attempts to secure the card at Sarojini Nagar DTC depot. Delhi Transport Minister denies operational problems with the scheme.
Key Entities
Moumita PalDelhi Transport Corporation (DTC)Pink National Common Mobility Card (PNCMC)Saheli cardPresident Droupadi MurmuBJP governmentSarojini Nagar DTC depotDelhi Transport Minister