Chief Minister V D Satheesan inaugurated the Priyadarshini scheme on Monday, introducing free travel for women and transgender individuals on ordinary KSRTC buses (according to Onmanorama.com). The scheme is presented as enhancing mobility and promoting inclusivity (according to Onmanorama.com).

The scheme excludes higher‑class services and special trips (according to Onmanorama.com). Its operational costs will be covered through a dedicated financial mechanism, and strict monitoring and action will be in place to prevent misuse and ensure compliance (according to Onmanorama.com). The Priyadarshini scheme is funded entirely by the state government and will be reviewed periodically (according to Onmanorama.com).

KSRTC prepared an estimate that the corporation would incur a revenue loss of about Rs 57 crore if the scheme remained restricted to ordinary services for 90 days (according to The Hindu). The same source reported that extending the scheme to all categories of buses could result in a revenue loss of around ₹112 crore (according to The Hindu).

The inaugural ride under the scheme was undertaken by two women KSRTC employees, one of whom is named Jayakumari, who has been serving with KSRTC for 17 years (according to Onmanorama.com).