Rajasthan RSRTC Bus Fare Hike: In Rajasthan, RSRTC has increased the fares of all roadways buses, which will give a setback to the common passengers. But on Rakshabandhan, the government has shocked women by giving free travel on 9-10 August. Know the full plan!
Free Bus Travel Raksha Bandhan Rajasthan: A big news has come out for the common people in Rajasthan. Notification of Rajasthan Roadways Fare Hike has been issued, so that passengers will now have to pay more fare every kilometer. However, with this decision, the state government has made women passengers happy by giving a gift of Rajasthan Free Bus Travel for Women on Raksha Bandhan 2025.
RSRTC Bus Fare Hike: How much does the fare increase, which bus spend on?
Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) has increased the fares of buses of all categories from midnight of 5 August 2025.
New bus fare rates are as follows:
- Ordinary Bus- ₹ 0.95 per km (first ₹ 0.85)
- Semi-Dealx Bus- ₹ 1.10 per km
- Deluxe (Non-A)- ₹ 1.25 per km
- AC buses- ₹ 1.80 per km
- Super luxury AC buses- ₹ 2.10 per km
Will women be able to travel free on Rakshabandhan?
Yes, of course! Under Rajasthan Free Travel Scheme for Women 2025, the state government has given free travel gift to women on the special occasion of Rakshabandhan.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Dates: 9 August and 10 August 2025
Where is applicable?: In all RSRTC buses operated across Rajasthan
For whom?: For women passengers only
Which buses?: Roadways buses of all categories (within the state border)
This facility will be applicable in every district and women will be able to travel without tickets. They only have to climb the bus-no tickets, no fee.
Why increased roadways buses fare?
The main reason behind this decision is the main reason behind the rising fuel prices and the cost of maintenance of buses. The RSRTC had been in loss for a long time and this step has been taken to bring it into financial balance.
Who will be the most affected?
Students traveling everyday, laborers, government employees and employees working in private institutions will now bear additional expenses from an average of ₹ 100 to ₹ 500 every month. However, free travel for women on Rakshabandhan is a positive step that reflects the government’s social concern.
Public opinion: Is this a double criterion?
Some people say that this is a good initiative for Rakshabandhan, but it is unfair to put a burden on the common man by increasing the fare. The government needs to increase revenue from alternative routes.
Weight on pocket, but good news for sisters
If you travel from roadways daily, then this news can loose your pocket. But if you are thinking of calling your sister on Rakshabandhan, do not miss this opportunity. This time the journey of sisters is absolutely free, and this is the most beautiful aspect of this decision.