After bus fare hike, Bengalureans will now have to shell out more for Namma Metro rides from Feb. 9
The Hindu
In another blow to users of public transport, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has announced a hike in Namma Metro fares. The revised fare structure will come into effect on Sunday.
In another blow to users of public transport, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has announced a hike in Namma Metro fares. The revised fare structure will come into effect on Sunday.
The maximum fare is now up from ₹60 to ₹90. The minimum fare for the shortest distance (0-2 km) remains unchanged at ₹10, but the fare for the next stage (2-4 km) has increased from ₹15 to ₹20. Beyond 30 km, passengers will now have to pay ₹90.
This follows a recent hike in bus fares implemented by the Karnataka government, which increased ticket prices by 15% across all four State-run transport corporations from January 5.
According to a statement by BMRCL on Saturday, a 5% discount will now be provided only to smart card users, while QR code users will no longer be eligible for any discount.
BMRCL has increased the minimum balance requirement for smart cards from ₹50 to ₹90. However, an additional discount has been introduced for smart card users travelling during off-peak hours. A 5% discount will be applicable during peak hours, while a total of 10% (5% during peak and 5% during off-peak) will be available for those travelling outside rush hours. Off-peak hours are defined as the time from the start of metro operations until 8 a.m., between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m., and from 9 p.m. until the closing of metro services on weekdays, according to a release.
Further, BMRCL has announced that smart card users will also receive a 10% discount on all Sundays and national holidays, including Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti.
The fare revision also affects tourist card fares and group ticket prices. The new rates for one-day, three-day, and five-day passes will now be ₹300, ₹600, and ₹800, respectively.
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