Hyderabad RTC Allows Up to 50% Fare Increase on Festival Special Buses
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: In Hyderabad, the Roads and Transport Corporation issued a new order permitting operators to raise fares for special buses running during festival periods by as much as 50 percent above regular rates. The directive came amid complaints from commuters about high ticket prices during the Vinayagar Chathurthi celebrations, when the city deployed over 4,600 buses to accommodate the surge in travel demand. The change aims to balance revenue needs with public transport usage during peak holiday periods.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 0% center, 100% right.
Who is covering this story
- Right-leaning (1): Deccan Chronicle
Sources
- TN Deploys 4,600+ Buses for Vinayagar Chathurthi Amid Fare Hike Row — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Hyderabad: RTC Revises Fares for Festival Special Buses — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)