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4w ago

MSRTC Scraps 30% Group-Booking Surcharge for Ganeshotsav Trips

Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde ordered the rollback to ease pilgrim journeys, leading MSRTC to absorb an estimated ₹13–16 crore loss.

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Overview

  • MSRTC cancelled the 30% surcharge on one-way group reservations for Ganeshotsav after Eknath Shinde’s intervention.
  • The levy, which took effect on July 22, was initially introduced to recover losses caused by empty return trips.
  • The corporation plans to deploy about 5,000 extra buses for the festival but now foresees deeper operational deficits.
  • Officials estimate the rollback will cost MSRTC between ₹13 crore and ₹16 crore during the pilgrimage season.
  • MSRTC confirmed that charges for luggage, accident assistance and reservations remain unchanged and that concession reimbursements will continue under government schemes.