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Bihar CM flags off pink buses for women, launches E-ticketing in BSRTC

Patna, Sept 8 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today flagged off 80 Pink Buses dedicated to women passengers under the second phase of the state government’s special transport scheme aimed at ensuring safe, comfortable and convenient travel for women across the state.
In addition, the Chief Minister also launched e-ticketing facilities in all 1,065 buses operated by the Bihar State Road Transport Corporation (BSRTC).
Prior to the flag-off ceremony, Kumar inspected the newly introduced buses and reviewed the passenger amenities provided in them.
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