Karnataka cabinet decides to increase bus fare by 15 per cent

The Karnataka cabinet decided to increase state-owned bus fares by 15 per cent from January 5. This is to address rising operational costs. The hike affects buses from KSRTC, NWKRTC, KKRTC, and BMTC. The increase is expected to generate significant revenue. The decision has faced criticism from the opposition BJP, calling it burdensome.