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A Bengaluru resident’s frustration over the lack of a monthly metro pass has triggered widespread debate online, highlighting concerns over the rising cost of daily travel on the city’s metro system.
In a now-viral post, commuter Karthik Reddy pointed out that a round-trip from Madavara to Whitefield costs ₹180 per day, while a five-day pass priced at ₹750 (₹150 per day) offers minimal savings of just ₹30 per week. Over a year, assuming a five-day workweek for 52 weeks, this amounts to nearly ₹40,000 in metro fares.
By comparison, a Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) AC bus pass costs ₹24,000 annually, while a non-AC bus pass is ₹14,400—making bus travel significantly more affordable. “Since when have buses become cheaper than rail? Why doesn’t BMRCL offer a monthly pass?” Reddy questioned in his post, sparking a flurry of reactions.
Public Outrage and Suggestions
Many social media users echoed his concerns, calling for a more integrated and cost-effective public transport system. Several commuters suggested the introduction of a unified pass for BMTC buses and Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) metro services, with fare reductions based on travel distance.
One user questioned why a metro monthly pass was not already available, while another argued that public transport should be affordable and not a luxury. “If buses can provide reasonably priced monthly passes, why can’t the metro? A well-priced metro pass would increase ridership and ease road congestion—this is just common sense,” one post read.
Some users even speculated that the current fare structure was designed to push more people toward private vehicle use while maintaining investments in road infrastructure like tunnels and flyovers.
BMRCL Responds with Fare Revisions
In response to mounting criticism, the BMRCL announced a revised fare structure on Thursday, reducing the maximum proposed fare hike from 100% to 71%. However, no update was provided regarding the introduction of a monthly pass, leaving commuters uncertain about future cost-saving measures.
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