Delhi Metro fare hike
A ride in Delhi metro is now costlier with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) announcing a hike in prices. The new price scheme, which will be implemented in two phases, starting from Wednesday, will see the minimum fare rising up to Rs 20 from Rs 8, and the maximum fare jumping up to Rs 60 from Rs 30. According to DMRC executive director, corporate communications, Anuj Dayal, “The fare revision will be implemented in two phases. The first phase of increase will be implemented with effect from May 10, and the second phase from October 1, 2017. According to metro officials, there has been no revision in its Airport Express fares. Passengers using smart cards will still be given 10 per cent discount on the revised fares. According to metro officials, an additional 10 per cent discount will be given to passengers exiting metro premises using a metro card on weekdays (Monday to Saturday) during “off-peak” hours, which is before 8 am, between 12 to 5 pm and after 9 pm. A special...