The city of Gyeongsan, North Gyeongsang Province, will allow war veterans aged 70 and over with disabilities to ride Daegu express buses for free, starting next month. This new initiative aims to provide increased transportation accessibility and benefits to the region’s aging veteran population. The program covers all veterans in Gyeongsan who are 70 years or older and officially recognized as disabled veterans. Details regarding implementation and specific eligibility requirements are being finalized by city officials. The move is being lauded by veteran advocacy groups as a significant improvement in quality of life. The city anticipates a positive impact on veteran mobility and community engagement. Funding for the program will come from the city’s transportation budget.