Hyderabad Metro revises ticket fares starting May 17; minimum fare now Rs 12 for 2 km

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Metro is going to increase its per km fare from May 17. In the revised fare structure, the minimum has been raised to Rs 12 per 2 km instead of Rs 10.

Here’s how the old metro fare structure is for the Hyderabad Metro:

And, here is the new structure, according to a public notice released by the Hyderabad Metro:

Fare Zone Revised FFC Recommended Fare Zone (in Kms) FFC Recommended Fare (INR)

1 Up to 2 12

2 More than 2 up to 4 18

3 More than 4 up to 6 30

4 More than 6 up to 9 40

5 More than 9 up to 12 50

6 More than 12 up to 15 55

7 More than 15 up to 18 60

8 More than 18 up to 21 66

9 More than 21 up to 24 70

10 More than 24 75

What is the need for revising the Hyderabad Metro fare structure?

The Hyderabad Metro said the revision is necessary for maintaining and enhancing the quality of Hyderabad Metro Rail services for all.

“In accordance with Section 34 of Metro Railways (Operation & Maintenance) Act, 2002, a Fare Fixation Committee (FFC) under the chairmanship of former Judge of High Court was constituted for recommending a revised fare structure,” the public note said.

The Fare Fixation Committee, aiming for a fine balance between affordability and financial sustainability, has recommended the revised fare structure.

The Fare Fixation Committee submitted its report recommending the revised fare structure on January 25, 2023. As per Section 37 of the Metro Railway O&M Act, the recommendations made by the Fare Fixation Committee shall be binding on the Metro Railway Administration. The revised fare structure as given below will come into effect from May 17.

“We sincerely thank our valued passengers for their continued support and patronage. We request your kind cooperation in embracing this revised fare structure, which is essential for maintaining and enhancing the quality of Hyderabad Metro Rail services for all. For further information on the revised fares, passengers are encouraged to visit our official website at www.ltmetro.com,” the public note said.