Karnataka bus fare hike sparks protests, BJP demands rollback

Karnataka's bus fare hike, BMTC's minimum fare rising 67% from ₹6 to ₹10, has triggered protests from commuter groups, IT employees' union KITU, and BJP. Commuter NGO BBPV warned of declining ridership and burden on low-income workers. BJP staged a 'begging bowl' protest at Bengaluru's Majestic station, demanding an immediate rollback and accusing Congress of financial mismanagement.