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BMTC fares hike sparks public anger over fare disparity with Namma Metro

BMTC fares hike sparks public anger over fare disparity with Namma Metro
Image: Asianet Suvarna News

Following the fare hike by BMTC, a concerning disparity has emerged in public transport fares in Bengaluru. Passengers noted that traveling on regular BMTC buses is now more expensive than traveling on Namma Metro, even though the latter is known as one of the country's most expensive rail-based transport systems. This disparity has led to strong dissatisfaction among daily commuters.

Originally reported by Asianet Suvarna News Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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