Rising Diesel Costs Drive Up Bus Fares in Maharashtra
Bus operators in Maharashtra plan to increase fares by 30% due to a sharp rise in diesel prices, currently at Rs 100 per litre. This hike is driven by supply issues amid West Asia conflicts. Operators urge government tax relief to ease the burden on travelers.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Chhatrapatisambhajinagar | Updated: 26-05-2026 16:40 IST | Created: 26-05-2026 16:40 IST
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Private bus operators in Maharashtra announced plans to hike ticket prices by 30% following a significant increase in diesel costs. The current diesel rate is hovering around Rs 100 per litre.
Pushkar Luley, joint secretary of the Bus Owners and Travel Agents Welfare Association, cited difficulties in fuel procurement as a cause of reduced bus services between Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and other cities.
The association intends to meet shortly, seeking a governmental tax reduction on diesel to alleviate the impact on passengers.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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