The Delhi government has started a new Saheli Pink Smart Card for women. This card will make travelling in public buses easier and safer in Delhi. With this smart card, women can travel for free on Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. It will replace the old paper pink tickets. The new card is stronger, more convenient, and works with a simple tap system when boarding the bus. The Saheli Pink Smart Card is also expected to support women students, professionals, and daily commuters by lowering their travel costs and improving access to reliable transport services. Furthermore, the card also includes a QR code and photo identification to ensure that the benefit is used by the rightful holder. Follow along to learn more about the Saheli Pink Smart Card.
Saheli Pink Smart Card: Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following conditions to apply for the Saheli Pink Smart Card:
- The Saheli Pink Smart Card is only available to women and transgender individuals.
- The applicant must be a resident of Delhi.
- Individuals applying should be 12 years or older.
- Must have a valid Aadhaar card or voter ID linked to a Delhi address.
- Should have an active mobile number for verification and updates.
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Saheli Pink Smart Card: Required documents
Now that you’ve checked the eligibility for the Saheli Pink Smart Card. Here is a list of documents you’ll require to apply for the smart card:
- Aadhaar card or voter ID for identity verification.
- Proof of Delhi residence, such as an electricity bill, ration card, or Aadhaar with a Delhi address.
- A recent passport-size photograph.
- Mobile number for OTP verification and status updates.
How to Apply Online for Saheli Pink Smart Card
At the time of writing this article, there is no way to apply for the Saheli Pink Smart Card online. Although the authorities have announced an online portal, it is not yet active. According to reports, the card will be available through the DTC official website and the Pink Saheli portal. Users can apply online after it launches by following the easy steps listed below:
- Head to the DTC official website or the dedicated Saheli Pink Smart Card portal.
- Click Apply for Pink Saheli Card and register using a valid mobile number.
- Fill in your personal details such as your name, date of birth, and address exactly as they appear in the Aadhaar records.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents and a passport-size photo.
- Check all the details and submit the form.
Once done, the authorities will review your application and send your smart card to your address by Speed Post within 7-10 working days.
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How to apply offline for Saheli Pink Smart Card
Here’s how you can apply for the Saheli Pink Smart Card via offline mode:
- Visit the nearest DTC bus depot, SDM or DM office, or a Common Service Centre.
- Collect the Saheli Pink Smart Card application form.
- Fill in the required personal details.
- Attach photocopies of identity proof, address proof, and a passport-size photograph.
- Submit the completed form to the officials at the centre.
- After verification, the smart card will be issued or delivered to the applicant.
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Benefits of Saheli Pink Smart Card
The new Saheli Pink Smart Card gives many benefits to women who travel in Delhi:
- Women can travel free and unlimited on all DTC and cluster buses using this card.
- The same card can also be used for the Delhi Metro and the Regional Rapid Transit System, but for these services the card must be recharged (travel is not free).
- The card has a photo and QR code, which makes checking easier, improves security, and prevents misuse.
- A one-tap system helps women board buses faster and reduces delays.
- Women who travel regularly may save about Rs 1,200 to Rs 2,400 every month.
- Eliminates the need for carrying multiple cards.
Bhaskar SharmaBhaskar is a senior copy editor at Digit India, where he simplifies complex tech topics across iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and emerging consumer tech. His work has appeared in iGeeksBlog, GuidingTech, and other publications, and he previously served as an assistant editor at TechBloat and TechReloaded. A B.Tech graduate and full-time tech writer, he is known for clear, practical guides and explainers.