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UP govt announces extra buses, 24-hour control room for safe travel of women on Raksha Bandhan

In a piece of good news for the women in the state, the Yogi government has initiated comprehensive transport arrangements to ensure that sisters face no difficulties in reaching their brothers during the auspicious festival of Raksha Bandhan. In this regard, Minister of State for Transport (Independent Charge) Dayashankar Singh has issued directives to operate additional buses across the state for a six-day period, from August 26 to August 31. This government decision aims to provide a safe, smooth, and convenient travel experience for passengers during the festival.