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    Senior citizens can renew or apply fresh for free bus travel tokens from Dec 21: MTC

    People above the age of 60 years are eligible for free travel on MTC buses 10 times a month under the senior citizen free bus pass scheme.

    Senior citizens can renew or apply fresh for free bus travel tokens from Dec 21: MTC
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    CHENNAI: The Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) will commence distribution of tokens to elderly commuters for free travel in buses for January-June 2024 period from December 21.

    People above the age of 60 years are eligible for free travel on MTC buses 10 times a month under the senior citizen free bus pass scheme.

    Upon submitting an application and proof of age, tokens for free travel will be issued. Tokens will be issued for six months from January to June. To apply afresh, beneficiaries may submit the application form along with address proof (ration card) and proof of their age (Aadhar, driving licence, voters' ID and educational certificates) and two colour passport size photos at any of the 40 depots or terminus in the city. To renew, they need to bring the old free travel card and a passport size photo.

    The tokens would be issued from 8 am to 7.30 pm at 40 centres from December 21 to January 31.

    DTNEXT Bureau
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