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**Summary:**

The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC), Kumbakonam, launched six new buses in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Two of these buses are part of the Mahalir Vidiyal Payanam scheme, offering free travel for women. The other four are mofussil (rural) route buses connecting Tiruchirappalli to various destinations in Tamil Nadu, including Madurai, Theni, Cumbum, Karur, and Tiruppur. The launch ceremony was attended by Minister for School Education Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, Deputy Mayor G. Divya, and TNSTC officials. This is part of a larger allocation of 173 new buses for the Tiruchi region.

**News Article:**

**Tamil Nadu Boosts Public Transport: Free Women’s Travel Expanded, New Rural Routes Launched**

**TIRUCHIRAPPALLI, INDIA – June 14, 2025** – The Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) has significantly expanded its public transport services in the Tiruchirappalli region, launching six new buses on Saturday. The initiative includes adding two new buses to the popular Mahalir Vidiyal Payanam scheme, which provides free travel for women, and four new mofussil (rural) route buses, connecting the city to various destinations throughout Tamil Nadu.

The launch ceremony was officiated by Minister for School Education Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, alongside Deputy Mayor G. Divya and key officials from TNSTC. The new Mahalir Vidiyal Payanam buses will serve routes including Central Bus Stand to Thuvakudi, and Ponmalaiapatti-Kottapattu-Indira Nagar-Central Bus Stand-Chathiram Bus Stand. The mofussil buses will connect Tiruchirappalli with Viralimalai, Thuvarankuchi, Madurai, Dindigul, Theni, Cumbum, Manapparai, Karur, and Tiruppur, enhancing connectivity for rural communities.

According to TNSTC sources, the Tiruchi region is set to receive a total of 173 new buses, with the current launch marking the beginning of a phased integration into the existing fleet. The expansion aims to improve public transportation options and accessibility across the region.

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