Bengaluru Metro Fare Hike Sparks Outrage: Commuters Face Double Delhi Metro Costs

• Bengaluru Metro (Namma Metro) fares are expected to increase by 5% from February 2026, following a recommendation by the Fare Fixation Committee (FFC).
• This proposed hike would make Bengaluru Metro nearly twice as expensive as Delhi Metro, solidifying its position as the costliest metro in India.
• Commuters have expressed widespread frustration online, arguing that public transport should be affordable and accessible, not a premium service.
• Criticism includes concerns about overcrowding, service issues, and the potential for rising fares to push people back to private vehicles.
• The backlash follows a significant fare revision last year, which saw the maximum fare increase from Rs 60 to Rs 90 and smart card minimum balance raised to Rs 90.

Why It Matters: Bengaluru Metro's proposed 5% fare hike from February 2026 sparks outrage, making it India's costliest metro.