Bengaluru Metro Fare Hike Sparks Public Backlash; CM Siddaramaiah Intervenes

In response to widespread public anger over what many deemed "abnormal" fare increases, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has instructed the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to lower ticket prices. The fare revision, which took effect on February 9, had made Namma Metro the most expensive metro service in India, with fares climbing to ₹90 for journeys exceeding 25 km. Following numerous public complaints and a significant drop in ridership by 80,000, Siddaramaiah stepped in, stressing the importance of commuter welfare and urging BMRCL to rectify the issues. Opposition parties have also voiced their discontent with the fare hike, demanding a rollback. BMRCL is currently reassessing the fare structure to address the public's concerns.

Source: Financial Express, National Herald, The Tatva