The ruling Congress government on Thursday (January 2) approved a cabinet decision to hike the ticket fares of state-run buses from January 5. Here is why.

Karnataka bus fare hike sparks controversy as commuters face increased costs amid rising operational expenses and criticism from opposition parties.

The Karnataka state government has increased bus fares for all four state-run transport corporations by 15%. Despite the hike, fares remain lower compared to neighboring states such as Andhra Pradesh,

Siddaramaiah-led state administration justifies the move citing the precarious financial condition of the four state-run road transport corporations and increased operational costs, Opposition says the government is “extorting the common man”.

The Karnataka Congress government faces backlash from BJP and other critics over a 15% increase in KSRTC bus fares. Opposition leaders accuse the government of mismanagement and inability to fulfill poll promises,

Karnataka approves 15% fare hike for state-run bus corporations to boost revenue and cover rising operational costs.

Veteran BJP leader and former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa on Sunday condemned the Congress government's decision to hike the fare of state transport buses in Karnataka and urged it to withdraw the