Private Bus Operators in Chhattisgarh Hike Fares Without Government Approval

Buses plying between Raipur and nearby towns including Bhilai, Durg, Simga, Dhamtari, Gariaband, Rajim, Bilaspur and Bhatapara have seen fares rise by between ₹10 and ₹25. Commuters allege they are being handed old tickets, and when they question this, they are told new tickets haven’t been printed. Some passengers claim they have even been threatened with being made to disembark if they protest.