Delhi metro lost 3 lakh commuters a day after fare hike: RTI

November 24, 2017 15:13

The Delhi Metro lost three lakh commuters a day after the fare hike on October 10, says RTI data. Part two of the revision in fares which took place in October -- part one was in May -- saw a maximum increase in fares by Rs 10. The revision was recommended by the fourth Fare Fixation Committee, a committee set up by the central government. Commuters travelling between two and five kilometres, now pay Rs 20, while a distance of over 32 kilometres cost Rs 60, up by Rs 10 each on both sections.

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