Bengaluru Metro to Adjust Fare Hikes After Public Backlash

Following commuter criticism and government intervention, BMRCL plans to recalibrate fare increases on certain routes while maintaining the revised structure.

The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) announced it will adjust fare hikes for some routes after complaints of anomalies, including increases exceeding 100%.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah directed BMRCL to address these fare discrepancies and ensure commuter interests are safeguarded.
The revised fare structure, effective February 9, raised ticket prices by an average of 45-50%, with some commuters reporting sharp increases on short-distance routes.
BMRCL clarified that while there will be no rollback of the fare hike, adjustments will be made by merging certain fare stages and reducing hikes in specific sections.
The fare hike has led to a 6% decline in metro ridership, with many commuters opting for alternative transportation due to increased costs.