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The Hindu
5 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Auto unions slam ‘unscientific' fare hike, seek ₹40 base fare
A day after the government revised autorickshaw fares in Bengaluru, auto unions termed the hike 'unscientific' and demanded to raise the base fare to ₹40. The new fare structure raises the base fare from ₹30 to ₹36 for the first 2 km. Beyond that, the per-km rate increases from ₹15 to ₹18. The fare revision, announced by the Bengaluru Urban district administration on July 14, is set to take effect from August 1. The revision comes after a gap of five years, but autorickshaw drivers are far from happy. The Auto Rickshaw Drivers' Union (ARDU) has strongly opposed the move, calling it 'unilateral, unscientific, and against due process.' Speaking to The Hindu, T.M. Rudramurthy, general secretary of ARDU, said, 'We have been requesting for fare revision since 2023. The previous Deputy Commissioners had at least held consultations with unions. But the present Deputy Commissioner, G. Jagadeesha, has taken this decision without holding any meeting. We strongly condemn this one-sided move.' The union has written a letter to Mr. Jagadeesha, pointing out what it claims are procedural lapses. 'As per Rule 53 of the Karnataka Motor Vehicles Rules, the Deputy Commissioner is not the chairperson of the Regional Transport Authority (RTA). Despite this, he has issued the order unilaterally. This is not acceptable,' the letter stated. The union is demanding a base fare of ₹40 for the first 2 km and ₹20 for every additional km. It has also called for annual fare revisions, arguing that long gaps between revisions are unfair given the rising cost of fuel and vehicle maintenance. 'A revision every five years is not enough. The cost of living rises every year, and autorickshaw drivers cannot survive without annual fare adjustments,' Mr. Rudramurthy added. Commuters not on board Meanwhile, the fare hike has also drawn flak from commuters, who are already feeling the pinch of rising transportation costs. 'The government has already increased bus and metro fares. Now, with auto fares also going up, it's becoming unaffordable for daily commuters,' said R. Divya, a private company employee in Koramangala. Another commuter, Anil Kumar, who travels regularly between Jayanagar and Infantry road, said, 'Auto fares on aggregator apps are already higher than the government-fixed rates. Now this hike just feels like a formality. We are not seeing any real benefit as passengers.' Annual fare review Traffic and urban mobility experts believe the issue lies not in the fare hike itself but in the lack of regular revisions. Transport expert M.N. Sreehari said, 'Regular fare revisions could help reduce the widespread issue of auto drivers refusing rides in Bengaluru. Many commuters complain about drivers not using the meter. Annual revisions would likely decrease overcharging and improve compliance.' He added that sudden and long-delayed hikes often lead to discontent on all sides, including drivers, commuters, and even aggregators. Aggregator platforms to follow suit Aggregator platforms, including apps like Ola, Namma Yatri, Rapido, and Uber, are expected to update their fare structures in line with the government's revision. A representative of a leading auto aggregator, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, 'We will increase our base fare and per-km charges from August 1, as per the new government directive.'
News18
05-06-2025
- Sport
- News18
Bengaluru Stampede: Notice To Be Issued To RCB, KSCA As Part Of Magistrate Probe
Last Updated: The notices were issued by Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate, G. Jagadeesha, who is probing the stampede incident Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate, G. Jagadeesha, said on Thursday that notices will be issued to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), the Directorate of Public Assurance and Regulation (DPAR), and Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) as part of the magistrate probe into the tragic stampede outside Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Jagadeesha, appointed by the Siddaramaiah-led Karnataka government as the enquiry officer, is tasked with investigating the stampede that claimed 11 lives. First Published:
The Star
05-06-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Karnataka government appoints Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner to probe stampede incident
Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans gather outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium to celebrate the team's IPL 2025 victory in Bengaluru on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. - Photo: IANS BENGALURU, (India): The Congress-led Karnataka government has issued an order appointing senior IAS officer G. Jagadeesha, the Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate, as the enquiry officer to probe the stampede incident near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, officials said. The incident which took place on Wednesday (June 4) resulted in at least 11 deaths and more than 40 injuries. The order was issued by the Deputy Secretary of the Internal Department (Law and Order) on Wednesday evening. It states that the investigator must complete the magisterial inquiry within 15 days and submit a report to the state government. The order specifies that the appointment has been made to investigate the reasons behind the stampede that occurred near the Chinnaswamy Stadium entrance gates and the subsequent deaths. It also states that the sequence of events, lapses, and the individuals responsible for those lapses must be comprehensively probed. This decision follows a report by the Director General of Police and Inspector General of Police, which mentions that on June 4, during the celebrations in front of Vidhana Soudha and Chinnaswamy Stadium, thousands of cricket fans gathered suddenly. The report indicates that despite all possible security measures being initiated due to the short notice for the programme, between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm, a barricade broke as people rushed inside the stadium, causing individuals to fall on each other. This led to the stampede, resulting in the deaths of 11 persons and injuries to 47, according to the State Police Chief's report cited in the order. The order also states that the state government has verified the report by the Karnataka DGP and IGP, M.A. Saleem, and decided to conduct a magisterial probe into the incident. The Karnataka government has announced Rs 10 lakh compensation for the families of the deceased victims. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced ordering of a magisterial probe earlier in the press conference on Wednesday. The Karnataka government had earlier cancelled the victory parade from Vidhana Soudha to Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium, citing security reasons. Police said that they have been controlling the celebrating crowds since Tuesday night. Throughout the night, police personnel have been engaged in managing them and ensuring no untoward incidents occurred. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed grief over the stampede incident near the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Taking to social media platform X, the Prime Minister's Office, quoting the PM, wrote: 'The mishap in Bengaluru is absolutely heartrending. In this tragic hour, my thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that those who are injured have a speedy recovery.' Lok sabha Leader of the Opposition and Congress MP, Rahul Gandhi, on Wednesday described the tragic stampede as 'heartbreaking'. 'My condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. Wishing a swift and full recovery to all those injured. In this hour of grief, I stand with the people of Bengaluru,' he wrote on X. 'The Karnataka government must provide all possible support and relief to the affected families. This tragedy is a painful reminder: no celebration is worth a human life. Every safety protocol for public events must be reviewed and strictly enforced — lives must always come first,' he said. - The Statesman/ANN
India.com
05-06-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Karnataka Govt Orders Probe Into Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede, Appoints Bengaluru Urban DC
The Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka has issued an order appointing senior IAS officer G. Jagadeesha, the Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate to investigate the stampede incident which caused the death of 11 people near Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, officials said. The tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday claiming the the lives of at least 11 people and more than 40 injuries as fans of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) gathered outside the Chinnaswamy stadium during the victory celebration of the team after it won its first IPL trophy in 18 years. The order was issued by the Deputy Secretary of the Internal Department (Law and Order) on Wednesday evening. The state government has ordered a magisterial inquiry, led by IAS officer G. Jagadeesha, to investigate the stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium's entrance gates that resulted in deaths. The inquiry must be completed within 15 days, with a report submitted to the government. A police report cited by the government states that during RCB's victory celebrations on June 4, thousands of fans gathered in front of Chinnaswamy Stadium. The report indicates that despite all possible security measures being initiated due to the short notice for the programme, between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm, a barricade broke as people rushed inside the stadium, causing individuals to fall on each other. This led to the stampede, resulting in the deaths of 11 persons and injuries to 47, according to the State Police Chief's report cited in the order. CM Announcement Following the tragic incident, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah advised the ordering of a magisterial probe earlier in the press conference and also announced Rs 10 lakh compensation for the families of the deceased victims. The Karnataka government had earlier cancelled the victory parade from Vidhana Soudha to Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium, citing security reasons.
