Bengaluru's Namma Metro commuters have been dealt another blow as the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) officially implements a 5% fare hike effective from February 9, 2026.

This annual automatic revision, approved under the Fare Fixation Committee (FFC) guidelines, affects millions who rely on the metro for daily travel and comes just one year after a major fare overhaul in 2025.Om Jewells Crystal Jewellery Rose Gold Platted Designer Link Bracelet Beautified With Crystal Elements For Girls And Women BR1000035

The increase applies to regular tickets, tourist cards, and group tickets alike, with fares rising by ₹1 to ₹5 across the 10 fare zones on the 96.10 km network.

Why the Hike?

BMRCL cites rising operational costs, electricity charges, and maintenance of expanded routes as reasons for the revision. Also Read: Alliance Conflict in Mandya: Ticket Fight Between BJP and JD(S) Even Before the Election..!

Audited data for FY 2024–25 showed a 10.20% cost increase, but the hike is capped at 5% per FFC rules to prevent steeper jumps in the future.

Despite this, the move has sparked widespread dissatisfaction among passengers, who argue that public transport is becoming increasingly unaffordable amid rising living expenses. Namma Metro remains one of India's priciest metro systems.Also Read: Kerala election 2026: P.C. George in Poonjar, Shaun in Pala: Father-Son Duo Likely to Contest from BJP?