Gulte Movie News And Politics
As elections approach, political parties are stepping up efforts to attract voters with eye catching promises. In Tamil Nadu, a major political party has taken a new route by announcing free bus travel for men in city buses as part of its election promises.
AIADMK recently released the first phase of its election manifesto, focusing on a few key welfare assurances. One of the most talked about promises is extending free travel in city buses to men, a benefit that so far has been limited mainly to women in many states. The party also said that the existing free bus travel scheme for women will continue. In addition, it promised direct monthly cash support for women by depositing money into their bank accounts.
Free bus travel for women has already become a popular welfare scheme in several Indian states. Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Telangana, Delhi, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh have implemented similar programs with positive public response. These schemes are often credited with helping women save money and travel safely for work, education, and daily needs.
The new promise of free bus travel for men has now sparked discussion on whether such a move will influence voters, especially urban commuters who depend heavily on public transport. Supporters say it will reduce daily expenses for working class men, while critics question the financial burden on the state.
With preparations for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections slowly gaining pace, political activity is expected to increase in the coming months. Parties are keen to stay in the public eye and test which promises connect best with voters. Whether free bus travel for men becomes a game changer or remains just an election talking point will be clear only as the campaign unfolds.
