KSRTC implemented this fare hike not intimating passengers or by any kind of announcement. Passengers travelling daily will be hard hit as they have to shell out Rs 16 extra. A ticket from Pandalam to Chenganoor is charged Rs 6 extra. KSRTC implemented the fare hike by a share stage.
With the Kuruthottil bridge near Pandalam under repair, KSRTC is diverting its services from Thumpaman, Ambalakadavu, Elanadu and Kulanada. KSRTC officials informed that the bus has to travel extra distance of 10 kms.
With diversion of the route, a passenger also has to spend an extra half-an-hour for the journey. The order for this fare hike was announced on Monday, said KSRTC authorities. However, some tickets have not incorporated the fare hike and are still issuing tickets with old fares printed.
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