Overview
- The Maharashtra Nabhik Mahamandal, which announced the change Saturday, implemented a 20% across‑the‑board increase in charges that took effect on June 6.
- Under the new rate chart a standard haircut is fixed at ₹180, shaving at ₹120, beard trim at ₹150, head massage at ₹180 and hair wash at ₹120, with facials from ₹700 and hair spas at ₹600.
- The association said the mid‑term revision was prompted by sharp rises in the cost of consumables such as creams, shampoos, oils and razors plus higher day‑to‑day operating expenses.
- The change applies to the traditional and regular barber shops the body represents and does not cover premium or luxury salons, which typically charge much more.
- The hike will affect customers across a state that has over one lakh barber shops and could squeeze household budgets and neighbourhood businesses while prompting some shop owners to rework supplier choices or service packages.