Diwali Bonus for Auto and Cab Drivers: Government Offers 15,000 Rs Aid

By Amit Jangra | Published Date : October 06, 2025

Andhra Pradesh government launches scheme to provide Rs 15,000 annual support to auto and cab drivers, benefiting trucks, pickups, mini trucks, buses, electric buses, and electric trucks operators.

The Andhra Pradesh government has launched the Auto Driverla Sevalo scheme to give annual financial support of Rs 15,000 to auto and cab drivers. The scheme aims to help trucks, pickups, mini trucks, buses, electric buses, and electric trucks affected by reduced passenger trips.

Scheme Launched Before Diwali

Table of Contents

1. Scheme Launched Before Diwali

2. 2.9 Lakh Drivers to Benefit

3. Expansion and Increased Aid

4. Support Against Revenue Loss

5. Commercial Vehicle Purchase Support

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The Auto Driverla Sevalo scheme provides annual aid of Rs 15,000 to auto and cab drivers. To ensure all eligible drivers benefit, a WhatsApp-based grievance system has also been introduced. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched the scheme on October 4, 2025, at Singh Nagar, Vijayawada.

2.9 Lakh Drivers to Benefit

So far, more than 2.9 lakh beneficiaries have been identified. The government has allocated Rs 436 crore to directly transfer funds into drivers’ bank accounts. The scheme covers over 2.2 lakh auto drivers, 39,000 three-wheeler drivers, 20,000 motor cab drivers, and 6,400 maxi cab drivers.

Expansion and Increased Aid

The government has added 30,000 new drivers to the scheme. Earlier, drivers received Rs 10,000 annually, but now aid has increased by 50% to Rs 15,000. The scheme’s coverage is expected to grow further.

Support Against Revenue Loss

Many drivers faced reduced income due to government initiatives like the Stree Shakti program, which offered free bus travel to women. To help them, the government introduced this scheme. Additionally, the green tax on older vehicles was reduced from Rs 20,000 to Rs 3,000, and Rs 1,000 crore was spent on road repairs to improve commuting.

Commercial Vehicle Purchase Support

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Frequently Asked Questions on Commercial Vehicles

Q1. What is the Auto Driverla Sevalo scheme?

Ans. It is a government program in Andhra Pradesh providing Rs 15,000 annual financial aid to auto and cab drivers.

Q2. Who will benefit from this scheme?

Ans. Over 2.9 lakh drivers, including auto drivers, three-wheeler drivers, motor cab drivers, and maxi cab drivers, will receive aid.

Q3. How will the aid be delivered?

Ans. Funds totaling Rs 436 crore will be directly transferred to beneficiaries’ bank accounts for convenience and transparency.

Q4. Does the scheme support commercial vehicle operators?

Ans. Yes. It benefits operators of trucks, pickups, mini trucks, buses, electric buses, and electric trucks indirectly by compensating for reduced passenger trips.

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