The proposal, submitted by Joint Council of Bus Syndicates to transport minister Arjun Singh , suggests fixing the base rate at Rs 18 for the first 4 km. Kolkata: Private bus and minibus operators in the city have intensified their demand for a fare revision to combat losses.
Under the fresh proposal, city bus fares have been suggested at Rs 20 for 4-6 km, Rs 22 for 6-8 km, Rs 24 for 8-12 km, Rs 26 for 12-16 km, Rs 28 for 16-20 km, and Rs 30 for 20-22 km. For district services, the proposal recommends a base fare of Rs 20 for ordinary buses and Rs 25 for express buses for the first 4 km. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kolkata | Silver Rate in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata | Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Petrol Price in Kolkata | Diesel Price in Kolkata | CNG Price in Kolkata | LPG Price in Kolkata Stay updated with the latest Kolkata news.
However, Titu Saha of the City Suburban Bus Service advocated for a dynamic, scientific pricing model based on real-time market conditions rather than setting fixed figures. Download the TOI App.