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Maharashtra Transport Minister Rejects 15% ST Bus Fare Hike Ahead of Diwali
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🗓 16 Oct 2026, 09:36 AM
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The Maharashtra transport minister has turned down a 15% hike in State Transport bus fares ahead of Diwali, citing drought and inflation as reasons.
The Maharashtra Transport Minister has declined a proposal to increase the State Transport (ST) bus fare by 15% before the Diwali celebrations.
The decision was announced amid concerns over the ongoing drought and rising inflation, which the minister said could burden commuters.
The fare hike had been suggested by the transport department to offset rising operational costs.
In a statement, the minister highlighted that the current economic conditions make it difficult to impose additional costs on passengers.
The move is expected to keep bus fares stable for the festive season.
The decision was announced amid concerns over the ongoing drought and rising inflation, which the minister said could burden commuters.
The fare hike had been suggested by the transport department to offset rising operational costs.
In a statement, the minister highlighted that the current economic conditions make it difficult to impose additional costs on passengers.
The move is expected to keep bus fares stable for the festive season.