Bengaluru Private Bus Fares Soar: Rs 3,000 to Belagavi Amid Vacation Rush

• Private bus fares from Bengaluru have surged significantly during the Republic Day holiday weekend and ongoing vacation rush.
• Routes to Mangaluru are seeing fares around Rs 2,000, while Belagavi tickets are up to Rs 3,000, far exceeding usual prices.
• The fare hikes are attributed to high demand, limited availability of KSRTC and train tickets, and operators capitalizing on the situation.
• Passengers express frustration over the lack of regulation and monitoring of private bus fares during peak travel periods.
• Commuters are urging the state transport department to intervene and ensure reasonable fares to prevent financial burden on travelers.

Why It Matters: Bengaluru private bus fares have spiked dramatically during holidays, causing distress among travelers.