Bhai Dooj treat: Women to travel for free in DTC buses today

All formalities have been completed in this regard and relevant orders have been issued: Satyendar Jain

On the occasion of 'Bhai Dooj', the Delhi government on Tuesday has announced free travel for women and girls throughout the day on all Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses.

Delhi Transport Minister Satyendar Jain announced that all AC, non-AC and cluster buses will provide free travel facility to women and girls.

Jain said the decision has been taken to allow women and girls to travel without any hassle throughout the day to meet their family members and celebrate Bhai Dooj.

He said all necessary formalities have been completed in this regard and relevant orders issued to the concerned officials for implementation.

On the day of the festival, sisters invite their brothers for a lavish meal often including their favourite dishes. The whole ceremony signifies the duty of a brother to protect his sister, as well as a sister's blessings for her brother.