Bengaluru Metro fare reduced by up to 30% after backlash over hike
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Metro fare reduced by up to 30% after backlash over hike

India Today  

Bengaluru Metro has decided to revise the recent metro fare hike following public backlash, with reductions of up to 30 per cent to be implemented immediately. Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited Managing Director Maheshwar Rao said the board had reviewed public feedback and decided to temper down abnormal fare increases at specific points. Before the fare revision, Bengaluru Metro generated around Rs 2 crore daily from operations. Bengaluru Metro, which typically records 8.5-9 lakh daily passengers, witnessed a reduction of 20,000 to 30,000 commuters per day.

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Bengaluru Metro considers cargo transport to boost non-fare revenue
3 days, 4 hours ago

Bengaluru Metro considers cargo transport to boost non-fare revenue

The Hindu  

Following a sharp hike in metro fares, which has made commuting costlier for passengers, Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd is now exploring alternative revenue streams. A senior BMRCL official confirmed the corporation’s interest in the cargo transport model, stating that it could be an effective strategy to increase non-fare revenue. Bengaluru reacts to the metro fare revision In Delhi, metro …

Bengaluru man’s metro ₹180 vs. auto ₹210 comparison goes viral, sparks debate
3 weeks ago

Bengaluru man’s metro ₹180 vs. auto ₹210 comparison goes viral, sparks debate

Hindustan Times  

A Bengaluru resident’s comparison of metro and auto fares has gone viral on social media, reigniting discussions on the affordability and convenience of public transport in the city. The viral post on X highlighted the cost disparity between metro and auto fares for the same route, noting that a trip from Malleshwara to Yelachenahalli by metro for three people costs …

Bengaluru metro’s fare hike fiasco and backlash from commuters
1 month ago

Bengaluru metro’s fare hike fiasco and backlash from commuters

The Hindu  

Story so far In a major setback for public transport users, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited announced a steep hike in Namma Metro fares on February 9, drawing widespread criticism from commuters and mobility experts. Following public outcry, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah intervened on February 13, directing BMRCL Managing Director M. Maheshwar Rao to roll back ‘abnormal’ fare hikes. …

Bengaluru Metro fare hike row: FIR against 16 people for protesting against Siddaramaiah govt
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Metro fare hike row: FIR against 16 people for protesting against Siddaramaiah govt

Live Mint  

Bengaluru Metro fare hike row: Amid an ongoing row over hike in fare of Namma Metro, police have filed FIR against 16 people for protesting againstBangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited and the Karnataka government,reported Times of India. According to the Bengaluru police complaint, members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad staged a protest outside the metro station against the fare …

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw slams Karnataka government for Bengaluru Metro fare hike
1 month, 1 week ago

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw slams Karnataka government for Bengaluru Metro fare hike

Hindustan Times  

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday blamed the Karnataka government amid growing public outrage over the sharp increase in Bengaluru Metro fares. A week earlier, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited announced a substantial fare hike, effectively doubling ticket prices due to increased operational costs and loan repayment obligations. Following widespread public dissent and appeals to the state government, Chief …

Bengaluru metro commuters demand rollback of fare hike, convene meet with public
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru metro commuters demand rollback of fare hike, convene meet with public

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Hundreds of students, senior citizens, and members of the Bangalore Metro Commuters Association staged a protest at Freedom Park on Saturday evening, demanding an immediate rollback of the recent metro fare hike. Chanting slogans like ‘Rollback Namma Metro fare hike’ and holding placards warning commuters of the ‘BMRCL pauperisation zone,’ protesters voiced their discontent against the increased ticket prices. …

Railway Minister shifts blame on metro fare hike to Karnataka government
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1 month, 1 week ago

Railway Minister shifts blame on metro fare hike to Karnataka government

The Hindu  

Amidst stiff opposition to the metro fare hike in Bengaluru and a blame game between the Congress ruling in the State and the BJP at the Centre over the same, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw indicated that the State government was the decision-maker over the issue. When quizzed about the metro fare hike during a press conference in the city on …

Mohandas Pai slams Bengaluru Metro fare hike as 'damage by insensitive govt'; X users ask, 'Why blame only the state?'
1 month, 1 week ago

Mohandas Pai slams Bengaluru Metro fare hike as 'damage by insensitive govt'; X users ask, 'Why blame only the state?'

Hindustan Times  

Former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai strongly criticized the Bengaluru Metro fare hike, calling it the "damage created by an insensitive government" that uses taxpayers’ money for freebies while increasing their financial burden. X users reacted with mixed opinions on the Bengaluru Metro fare hike. The rollback decision came after Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah intervened, calling the hike "abnormal" and urging …

BMRCL revises fare hike after backlash
1 month, 1 week ago

BMRCL revises fare hike after backlash

The Hindu  

There were mixed reactions from Namma Metro commuters when the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited implemented its revised fare structure on Friday, capping the maximum stage-wise increase at 71%. The revision came the same day that Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah issued a directive to roll back the ‘abnormal’ hike introduced on February 9. The sudden fare increase earlier this month …

Bengaluru Metro revises fare hike, caps increase at 71% after CM Siddaramaiah's intervention and public outcry: Report
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Metro revises fare hike, caps increase at 71% after CM Siddaramaiah's intervention and public outcry: Report

Hindustan Times  

Following widespread criticism, the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited on Thursday announced a revised fare structure, reducing the maximum hike from 100 per cent to 71 per cent. According to the report, Rao stated that the revisions were made in accordance with the Fare Fixation Committee guidelines, which are legally binding on BMRCL under Section 37 of the Metro Railways …

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya welcomes Karnataka CM's order on Bengaluru Metro fare hike
1 month, 1 week ago

BJP MP Tejasvi Surya welcomes Karnataka CM's order on Bengaluru Metro fare hike

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya on Thursday welcomed Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s decision to instruct the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited to address concerns over the recent metro fare hike. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya earlier slammed Karnataka govt for the metro fare hike. He further criticized the Congress government, stating, “On one hand, BJP leaders are credited for Metro Rail’s …

‘Better late than never’: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Karnataka CM's order on Bengaluru metro price hikes
1 month, 1 week ago

‘Better late than never’: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya on Karnataka CM's order on Bengaluru metro price hikes

Hindustan Times  

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Tejasvi Surya on Thursday welcomed Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah directing Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation to rectify metro price hikes. Earlier in the day, Siddaramaiah said that the way Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has implemented the Bengaluru Metro fare revision has led to anomalies. "The way Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has implemented the Bengaluru Metro …

Bengaluru metro fare hike: 5 things to know about the massive row and political blame game
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru metro fare hike: 5 things to know about the massive row and political blame game

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru residents and the Opposition are up in arms after the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited recently revised its fare structure, increasing ticket prices by up to 50 per cent. On Thursday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urged the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited to address discrepancies in the recent metro fare revision. “The way Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has …

Bengaluru Metro fares hike: CM Siddaramaiah directs BMRCL to tackle ‘abnormal’ ticket price surge in certain sectors
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Metro fares hike: CM Siddaramaiah directs BMRCL to tackle ‘abnormal’ ticket price surge in certain sectors

Live Mint  

Bengaluru Metro price hike: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday ordered the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited to urgently address the ‘abnormal’ metro ticket price surge in certain sectors. “The way Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has implemented the Bengaluru Metro fare revision has led to anomalies, with fares more than doubling in certain sections. Bengaluru metro fare hike Mint …

Karnataka CM directs roll back of ‘abnormal’ Namma Metro fare hike amid commuter backlash in Bengaluru
1 month, 1 week ago

Karnataka CM directs roll back of ‘abnormal’ Namma Metro fare hike amid commuter backlash in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on February 13, directed Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited Managing Director Maheshwar Rao to roll back fare increases where they are ‘abnormal’, emphasising the need to protect commuters’ interests. “The way Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has implemented the Namma Metro fare revision has led to anomalies, with fares more than doubling in certain sections,” the …

Bengaluru Metro revises fare hike after public backlash, reduces rates by up to 30 per cent
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Metro revises fare hike after public backlash, reduces rates by up to 30 per cent

India TV News  

In response to strong public backlash, Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited has decided to revise the recently increased metro fares, implementing reductions of up to 30 per cent effective immediately. BMRCL Managing Director Maheshwar Rao announced that the board reviewed public feedback and decided to adjust fare hikes at specific points where increases were deemed excessive. He further stated that …

Bengaluru's Namma Metro ridership declines by 6% after fare hike: Report
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru's Namma Metro ridership declines by 6% after fare hike: Report

Hindustan Times  

The first Monday after Bengaluru Metro's fare hike saw a notable dip in ridership, with the overall footfall standing at 8,28,149, according to a report in Deccan Herald. A look at previous Monday ridership numbers highlights the decline: January 6: 8,61,593 January 13: 7,84,539 January 20: 8,79,537 January 27: 9,09,756 February 3: 8,70,147 With Bengaluru's metro being a crucial mode …

Bengaluru Metro fares surge, revenue gets 'booster dose' but ridership drops
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Metro fares surge, revenue gets 'booster dose' but ridership drops

India Today  

The recent 47 per cent increase in Bengaluru Metro fares from February 9 has provided a much-needed financial boost to BMRCL, but at the cost of declining ridership. Before the fare revision, Bengaluru Metro generated around Rs 2 crore daily from operations. With annual losses ranging between Rs 400-500 crore due to high operational costs, Bengaluru Metro has been in …

Metro rail hiked based on panel’s suggestion: CM
1 month, 1 week ago

Metro rail hiked based on panel’s suggestion: CM

The Hindu  

Even as the Opposition BJP blamed the Congress government for the steep hike in Bengaluru Metro Rail fares, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said that Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited has increased fares based on a report submitted to the Centre by a three-member panel, led by R. Tharani, a retired judge of the Madras High Court. If the State …

Metro fare hike: BMRCL likely to review commuters’ concerns
1 month, 1 week ago

Metro fare hike: BMRCL likely to review commuters’ concerns

The Hindu  

Following widespread criticism of the steep increase in metro fares, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited officials said they would review the concerns regarding anomalies in the revised fare structure. Protest by Mahila Congress The Karnataka Pradesh Mahila Congress staged a protest at Jayanagar Metro Station on Tuesday criticising the BJP over the recent metro fare hike in Bengaluru. The protest …

Bengaluru residents call for 'metro boycott' amid steep fare hike by BMRCL
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru residents call for 'metro boycott' amid steep fare hike by BMRCL

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru residents are taking to social media to protest the recent metro fare hike, with many calling for a boycott of the city's metro services. The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited announced a fare revision that increases ticket prices by up to 50 per cent, triggering widespread discontent among commuters. You won’t lose much if you avoid the metro for …

BJP MP slams Bengaluru Metro fare hike as #BoycottMetro trends on X
1 month, 1 week ago

BJP MP slams Bengaluru Metro fare hike as #BoycottMetro trends on X

India Today  

Amid the #BoycottMetro trend in Bengaluru, BJP MP Tejasvi Surya strongly opposed the recent metro fare hike in the city, calling it a burden on the middle class. No other metro in the country charges this high, nothing beyond Rs 60 and the hike is extremely steep.” The MP also met with the Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs …

Political tussle breaks out over metro fare hike
1 month, 1 week ago

Political tussle breaks out over metro fare hike

The Hindu  

The recent fare hike by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has sparked a political tussle between the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP in Karnataka, with both parties blaming the other for the fare hike. On Monday, BJP leaders, including Basavanagudi MLA Ravi Subramanya, met BMRCL Managing Director and submitted a memorandum demanding a rollback of the metro fare …

Bengaluru metro fare hike sparks concerns over increased traffic congestion
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru metro fare hike sparks concerns over increased traffic congestion

The Hindu  

Commuters are expressing growing concerns that the recent hike in Namma Metro fares will push more people to use personal vehicles, exacerbating the city’s already severe traffic congestion. Traffic may get worse The increased metro fares are expected to deter some commuters from using public transport, forcing them to rely on personal vehicles or costlier last-mile transport options. The inadequate …

Bengaluru Namma Metro fare hike not limited to 50%, complain many commuters
1 month, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Namma Metro fare hike not limited to 50%, complain many commuters

The Hindu  

As the revised fare structure of Namma Metro came into effect on February 9, 2025, many passengers said they were left shocked. High time BMRCL must Revoke Metro Fare Hike,” said Sreejith S. Pai on X. “Karnataka government, instead of incentivising public transport and discouraging private vehicles, is doing the exact opposite with the Metro Fare Hike. Hike in bus …

Bengaluru Metro Rides Become Costlier By 50% From Today. Check New Fares
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru Metro Rides Become Costlier By 50% From Today. Check New Fares

ABP News  

Bengaluru Metro: The Metro rail ride in Bengaluru will be costlier by about 50 per cent as the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited on Saturday effected a hike on the recommendation of the Fare Fixation Committee, which will come into force from Sunday onwards. As per section 37 of the Metro Railway O&M Act, the recommendations made by the Fare …

Bengaluru Metro Rail ride gets costlier by 50 per cent
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru Metro Rail ride gets costlier by 50 per cent

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: The Metro rail ride in Bengaluru will be costlier by about 50 per cent as the Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited on Saturday effected a hike on the recommendation of the Fare Fixation Committee, which will come into force from Sunday onwards. As per section 37 of the Metro Railway O&M Act, the recommendations made by the Fare Fixation …

Bengaluru Metro fare hike: Ticket prices to rise by 50% from February 9 - check latest fares here
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru Metro fare hike: Ticket prices to rise by 50% from February 9 - check latest fares here

Live Mint  

The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has raised ticket fares for metro services in the city by 50 per cent, from ₹60 to ₹90. Revised metro fares Fare zone Distance Fare F1 0-2 10 F2 2-4 20 F3 4-6 30 F4 6-8 40 F5 8-10 50 F6 10-15 60 F7 15-20 70 F8 20-25 80 F9 25-30 90 F10 >30 …

Bengaluru Metro prices to increase from tomorrow | Check revised fare and discounts for smart card users
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru Metro prices to increase from tomorrow | Check revised fare and discounts for smart card users

India TV News  

Bengaluru Metro: The Bengaluru Metro Railway Corporation Ltd on Saturday announced a revision of Metro ticket prices, starting from Rs 10 for travel of 2 km up to Rs 90 for travel till 30 km. The official statement by the BMRCL stated that the new ticket prices are fixed at Rs 10 for 0 to 2 km distance, Rs 20 …

Bengaluru metro fare hike put on hold following central government's directive, BJP MP calls it ‘big win’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru metro fare hike put on hold following central government's directive, BJP MP calls it ‘big win’

Hindustan Times  

In a significant move, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has decided to defer the proposed fare hike, which was initially scheduled to take effect from February 1. Bengaluru metro fare hike halted after central govt;s order. Big win for PM Modi govt: Bengaluru Central MP BJP MP PC Mohan announced the development on social media platform X, stating that …

Bengaluru Commuters Can Breathe Easy As Namma Metro Fare Hike Plan Put On Hold, Says BJP MP
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru Commuters Can Breathe Easy As Namma Metro Fare Hike Plan Put On Hold, Says BJP MP

ABP News  

The BMRCL’s proposed 45% metro fare hike, set for a February 1 rollout, has been put on hold, BJP MP P Chikkamuni Mohan. He said that the Modi government has asked the Namma Metro, also known as Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited, to submit a comprehensive report before making any decision. " BMRCL’s proposed 45% metro fare hike, set for …

Bengaluru metro fares set to rise by 40-45% as BMRCL approves new price hike. More details
2 months ago

Bengaluru metro fares set to rise by 40-45% as BMRCL approves new price hike. More details

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru Metro commuters are all set to face a significant fare hike, as the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has approved a 40-45% increase in ticket prices. Presently, metro fares in Bengaluru range from ₹ 10 to ₹ 60, but with the proposed revision, the maximum fare could climb to ₹ 85. New fare structure likely to be out soon …

Bengaluru's Namma Metro to start operations by 4:15 AM on every Monday. Here is why
2 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru's Namma Metro to start operations by 4:15 AM on every Monday. Here is why

Hindustan Times  

The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has announced an adjustment to its metro service schedule, with trains set to operate from 4:15 AM on Mondays starting January 13. In a statement, Namma Metro said, "The revised timings will ensure passengers have access to metro services as soon as they arrive, easing their commute and saving time." Meanwhile, Bengaluru's Namma Metro …

Bengaluru metro welcomes India's first indigenous driverless train for Yellow Line
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru metro welcomes India's first indigenous driverless train for Yellow Line

Hindustan Times  

In a landmark moment for India’s metro rail development, Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited received its first entirely Made-in-India driverless trainset for the Yellow Line on Monday. “This is the first stainless steel Metro train manufactured entirely in India for the Bengaluru Metro’s Yellow Line. The Yellow Line trainsets mark a pivotal step in India’s efforts to establish itself as …

Karnataka’s 15% bus fare hike: What it means for commuters, how the government justifies it and why Opposition is protesting
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka’s 15% bus fare hike: What it means for commuters, how the government justifies it and why Opposition is protesting

The Hindu  

Story so far: Starting January 5, commuters in Karnataka are paying an additional 15% for tickets in all bus services operated by the State’s four Road Transport Corporations. However, opposition parties BJP and JD have criticised the move, arguing that the fare hike is a result of losses incurred by the RTCs owing to Karnataka’s Shakti scheme, which offers free …

Bengaluru metro fares set to rise by 40-45% after 8 years, maximum fare to touch ₹85: Report
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru metro fares set to rise by 40-45% after 8 years, maximum fare to touch ₹85: Report

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru's Namma Metro commuters are set to face a significant fare hike for the first time in nearly eight years, with ticket prices expected to rise by 40-45 per cent. The last fare revision in 2017 saw a modest 10-15 per cent increase when the metro network spanned just 43.2 km. This decision follows recommendations from a government-appointed fare fixation …

Namma Metro makes first fare revision in 8 years, proposes 40-45% hike
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Namma Metro makes first fare revision in 8 years, proposes 40-45% hike

India Today  

Bengaluru Metro commuters are staring down a substantial fare hike, with ticket prices expected to rise by 40-45%, marking the first increase in almost eight years. The committee, which was tasked with reviewing the metro's fare structure, consisted of Justice R Tharani, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Additional Secretary Satinder Pal Singh, and retired Karnataka IAS officer EV Ramana …

Karnataka transport minister Ramalinga Reddy justifies bus fare hike
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka transport minister Ramalinga Reddy justifies bus fare hike

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy on Friday justified 15 per cent increase in government bus fares across the board and hit out at the BJP for its protest against the hike. Addressing reporters here, the minister said all the four corporations, namely Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, KKRTC Kalyana Road Transport Corporation, North West Karnataka Road Transport Corporation and Bangalore …

Committee recommends Bengaluru's Namma Metro fare hike amid bus fare controversy: Report
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Committee recommends Bengaluru's Namma Metro fare hike amid bus fare controversy: Report

Hindustan Times  

Following recent bus fare hikes in Karnataka, a three-member committee tasked with reviewing Bengaluru’s Namma Metro fares has proposed an increase, as reported by Deccan Herald. Bengaluru's Namma Metro fares are likely to be increased. To ensure a balanced approach, the panel analyzed fare structures in metro systems across India and abroad, culminating in a detailed report submitted to the …

Karnataka Approves 15% Hike In Bus Fare From Jan 5; BJP Criticises Shakti Scheme
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka Approves 15% Hike In Bus Fare From Jan 5; BJP Criticises Shakti Scheme

ABP News  

The Karnataka Cabinet on Thursday approved a 15% hike in fares for state-run buses effective from January 5, 2025. The bus fare hike is expected to generate an additional Rs 74.85 crore per month for the state's four transport corporations. The four state corporations include Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation, North West Karnataka Road Transport Corporation, …

'More than 7 lakh people and 10k cameras': How Bengaluru is gearing up for New Year celebrations?
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

'More than 7 lakh people and 10k cameras': How Bengaluru is gearing up for New Year celebrations?

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru is all set to welcome the New Year as the city is gearing up to host large-scale events and the police department is on high-alert. Bengaluru's Bridage road is lit up already ahead of New Year celebrations. In an X post, Bengaluru police commissioner wrote, "Went around the city to oversee the security arrangements being made by BCP reg …

Final report on Bengaluru metro fare hike to be submitted soon
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Final report on Bengaluru metro fare hike to be submitted soon

The Hindu  

: The Fare Fixation Committee, which has been tasked with recommending the appropriate fare revision for Namma Metro, is expected to submit its final report to the government in a few days. Smart card users enjoy a 5% discount, down from the earlier 15%, a reduction implemented in 2020 to address escalating operational expenses, sources Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited …

Bengaluru auto rickshaw fares may rise as unions demand revision, RTA meeting soon: Report
3 months ago

Bengaluru auto rickshaw fares may rise as unions demand revision, RTA meeting soon: Report

Hindustan Times  

Auto-rickshaw fares in Bengaluru could soon go up, as the Regional Transport Authority is set to meet with auto unions on December 23 to discuss a fare revision. The last fare adjustment was made in December 2021 According to a Moneycontrol report, drivers are pushing for an increase in the minimum fare from ₹30 to ₹40 for the first two …

Bengaluru: Autorickshaw fares likely to rise as unions demand fare revision, key meeting with RTA soon
3 months ago

Bengaluru: Autorickshaw fares likely to rise as unions demand fare revision, key meeting with RTA soon

India TV News  

Bengaluru News: Commuters in Bengaluru are likely to face higher auto-rickshaw fares as drivers' unions for the long time are demanding for fare revision to keep up with inflation. And after the meeting, the night rides might If the fare revision is accepted, the proposed changes would include a hike in the minimum fare from Rs 30 to Rs 40 …

Bengaluru to see early metro operations on upcoming Sunday as KPSC exam is scheduled
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru to see early metro operations on upcoming Sunday as KPSC exam is scheduled

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru will see early metro operations on Sunday, as the Karnataka Public Service Commission exam is scheduled for that day. In an announcement, BMRCL said, “To facilitate the candidates attending KPSC-Development Officer examination on 08.12.2024, BMRCL will be commencing its train service from 05:30 am instead of 07:00 am from all its four terminals Madavara, Silk Institute, Challaghatta and Whitefield …

Not much enthusiasm among public for Bengaluru Metro's Madavara-Nagasandra Line
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Not much enthusiasm among public for Bengaluru Metro's Madavara-Nagasandra Line

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Bowing to public pressure, the Green Line extension from Nagasandra to Madavara was opened on November 7 without a formal inauguration. However, over three weeks down the line, there does not seem to be much enthusiasm to use this segment as average daily ridership figures reveal only one-fourth of the patronage Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited had estimated. The …

Bengaluru Traffic Police collect ₹30.57 lakh in fines from delivery riders in crackdown: Report
4 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru Traffic Police collect ₹30.57 lakh in fines from delivery riders in crackdown: Report

Hindustan Times  

In a major enforcement drive, the Bengaluru Traffic Police registered nearly 6,000 cases against e-commerce delivery personnel on Monday for violating traffic rules. Other notable offenses included 1,260 instances of vehicles parked in no-parking zones, 671 cases of no-entry zone violations, and 523 riders without helmets. ‘Embrace public transport’ Recently, Bengaluru Traffic police urged citizens to embrace public transport as …

Bengaluru cops urge IT employees to use public transport at least once a week: Report
4 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru cops urge IT employees to use public transport at least once a week: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Bengaluru Traffic police urged citizens to embrace public transport as a means to reduce traffic congestion, lower emissions, and foster a greener city for future generations. On World Transport Day, the police specifically called on IT employees to use public transport at least once a week, the report added. In a city-wide initiative, the traffic police also invited the …

Cops urge Bengaluru techies to use public transport at least once a week
4 months, 1 week ago

Cops urge Bengaluru techies to use public transport at least once a week

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: On the occasion of World Transport Day, city traffic police urged citizens to use public transport. If 50% of IT employees use public transport, as per an estimate, traffic congestion could be reduced by around 20%, as many of them rely on cars and two-wheelers. The city and traffic police called up on the public to take a pledge …

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