Hey Pune folks, here’s some news about the PMPML that might affect your daily commute soon. The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Limited is in a bit of a financial pickle, with a whopping operational deficit of ₹766 crore. To tackle this issue, they’re considering a few changes that could impact you as a commuter.
First up, they’re thinking about raising ticket prices. It’s been eight years since the last fare revision, and officials are arguing that a hike is necessary to keep the buses running smoothly. Of course, this might not sit well with passengers and advocacy groups, but it looks like PMPML is leaning towards this option.
To cut down on costs, the administration has decided to freeze new hires. Instead, they’ll be hiring drivers and conductors for new buses on a contractual basis, which could help lower their monthly salary expenditure of ₹48 crore.
Another big change on the horizon is the reduction of fare stages from 42 to 11. This means that the current two-kilometer stages will be simplified to make the ticketing process easier for both the staff and passengers. The goal is to align it with metro ticketing mechanisms and hopefully make things more convenient for everyone.
So, keep an eye out for these potential changes in the coming months, and brace yourself for a possible ticket price hike and some adjustments to the fare stages. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!
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