Omni bus operators jack up fares ahead of lockdown
The Hindu
Say they will be out of business for a fortnight
Much to the chagrin of passengers, omni bus operators in the State had jacked up fares for long-distance travel on the days preceding the two-week complete lockdown announced by the government to prevent the spread of COVID. While passengers complained that they had to spend through their nose, the refrain of the operators was that they, too, will be out of business for the duration of complete lockdown. Though the State Transport department operated more than 4,800 buses to various parts of the State for two days from May 8 to 9 to ensure people return home safe, a large number of commuters who were unable to get tickets were forced to opt for costlier, private omni buses.More Related News

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