Many commuters have gone to social media to express their disapproval of the Bangalore Metro rail Corporation Limited's (BMRCL) controversial decision to raise Metro prices starting on february 9. According to locals, the spike may deter commuters from taking public transit since alternative options appear more convenient or affordable.
Because it's less expensive to go in their own cars, commuters are pooling their fees. "I travel 70 kilometers every day, and riding my bike is more cost-effective than taking the Metro," a social media user said. The fact that public transportation is more expensive than private transportation is ironic.
One user said, "I agree that the trek hurts! However, do you believe it makes sense to argue that riding a bike is more affordable than using the Metro? Do we account for the traffic in Bengaluru? All of these are the results of giving away free things.
"The bottom line is: if anyone wants to live in BLR, they must make crazy money," another user said. These serve as constant reminders that BLR is absolutely not for the middle class.
Member of parliament from Banglore Central criticizes fare hike
"BMRCL's fare hike is an unfair burden on Bengaluru's commuters, forcing many to use private vehicles and worsening congestion," said PC Mohan, a member of parliament from the Bangalore Central constituency, in response to the BMRCL's move. Why is this significant rise justified? Public transportation must be reasonably priced. In addition to publishing the Fare Fixation Committee findings, BMRCL must guarantee openness.
"BMRCL needs to implement monthly, quarterly, and annual passes to lessen the financial burden on commuters," he continued. This would encourage the use of public transportation, offer discounts to loyal customers, and give BMRCL access to inexpensive working capital. The number of riders will rise on weekends, increasing total business.
"BMRCL must prioritize the needs of the citizens and create an equitable, accessible, and sustainable transport system for all," he stated.
Because it's less expensive to go in their own cars, commuters are pooling their fees. "I travel 70 kilometers every day, and riding my bike is more cost-effective than taking the Metro," a social media user said. The fact that public transportation is more expensive than private transportation is ironic.
One user said, "I agree that the trek hurts! However, do you believe it makes sense to argue that riding a bike is more affordable than using the Metro? Do we account for the traffic in Bengaluru? All of these are the results of giving away free things.
"The bottom line is: if anyone wants to live in BLR, they must make crazy money," another user said. These serve as constant reminders that BLR is absolutely not for the middle class.
Member of parliament from Banglore Central criticizes fare hike
"BMRCL's fare hike is an unfair burden on Bengaluru's commuters, forcing many to use private vehicles and worsening congestion," said PC Mohan, a member of parliament from the Bangalore Central constituency, in response to the BMRCL's move. Why is this significant rise justified? Public transportation must be reasonably priced. In addition to publishing the Fare Fixation Committee findings, BMRCL must guarantee openness.
"BMRCL needs to implement monthly, quarterly, and annual passes to lessen the financial burden on commuters," he continued. This would encourage the use of public transportation, offer discounts to loyal customers, and give BMRCL access to inexpensive working capital. The number of riders will rise on weekends, increasing total business.
"BMRCL must prioritize the needs of the citizens and create an equitable, accessible, and sustainable transport system for all," he stated.
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