Mayor cries foul over exclusion from launch of free travel scheme for women

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Mayor cries foul over exclusion from launch of free travel scheme for women - The HinduPublished - June 16, 2026 09:34 pm IST - KANNURKannur Mayor P. Indira has lodged a complaint with Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and the Transport Minister, alleging that she was not invited to the inauguration of the KSRTC’s Priyadarshini free travel scheme for women.In her complaint, the Mayor said it was disappointing that she was not accorded due consideration despite being a woman Mayor at the launch of a flagship government scheme for women. She said she was informed about the programme only on Sunday night (June 14).Ms. Indira also sought an inquiry into the circumstances that led to the omission and requested appropriate action.Published - June 16, 2026 09:34 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }