Experts say bus fare hike goes against public transport policy in Bengaluru

Experts stated that the state government's decision to hike bus fares up to 35% for BMTC and 23% for other state-run transport corporations runs contrary to its policy of reducing traffic congestion and encouraging public transport use. Krishna Raj, a professor at ISEC, urged the corporations to explore alternative revenue sources by monetising their land. Vinay Sreenivas, a member of Bengaluru Bus Prayanikara Vedike, warned that higher bus fares will lead to more hardship for the poor and may discourage public transport.