Namma Metro fare hike put on hold after public backlash; BMRCL to review decision

Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (BMRCL) has put on hold the implementation of a proposed annual fare revision for Namma Metro, scheduled to take effect on February 9, 2026. The decision follows public outrage and political pressure from both the BJP and the Congress. The BMRCL stated that the revised fare will be communicated after a review by the board, citing communication from the Union government as the reason for the delay. While the hike was projected to be modest, it sparked strong resistance from commuters due to its timing following a controversial fare increase in February 2025.