Guarantee Schemes Benefiting Millions, Claims CM

Speedy Summary

• Karnataka’s Shakti scheme crossed 500 crore trips milestone, celebrated by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Indi, Vijayapura district.
• The event included a pooja performed for buses, ticket distribution, and interactions with women beneficiaries at the KKRTC bus stand.
• Siddaramaiah emphasized that the congress fulfilled its promise of implementing five guarantees, benefiting crores of poor people in Karnataka.
• Senior leaders including Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar and several ministers were present during the ceremony.

Indian Opinion analysis
The milestone achieved under the Shakti scheme reflects important utilization of free transportation services provided to women in Karnataka-a key welfare initiative promised by the Congress government. By marking 500 crore trips, this achievement highlights both logistical-scale impact and broad public adoption of such schemes aimed at reducing economic barriers for marginalized groups.While celebratory government events are symbolic acknowledgments of success, sustained monitoring and assessment will be crucial to ensure long-term benefits without overburdening state resources or transport infrastructure as usage expands.

Read more: Published July 14, 2025