PMRDA authorities are yet to make any commitment on reviewing the fares
Sachin Londhe, president of the Pimpri Chinchwad Cooperative Housing Societies Federation, urged Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) and the Metro operator to reconsider the fares, particularly the proposed maximum fare of Rs 62 for travel between Hinjewadi and District Court. “Pune Metro 3 should not become a premium transport service.
It has to be an affordable public transport option for every working citizen,” he said. Londhe said homebuyers in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad contributed towards Metro infrastructure through the Metro cess levied on property transactions. An expensive Metro with lower passenger utilisation could undermine the objective of creating a sustainable public transport network,” he said.
“Affordable fares could help attract higher ridership, encourage people to leave their private vehicles at home and reduce congestion on roads leading to the IT hub. The federation in its representation urged the authorities to introduce affordable monthly commuter passes and employee travel packages, besides reviewing the fare structure before operations began. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Pune | Silver Rate in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune | Petrol Price in Pune | Diesel Price in Pune | CNG Price in Pune | LPG Price in Pune