Karnataka: RTCs asked to submit report on losses following fuel price hike
The Karnataka government has requested a report on financial losses from state-run road transport corporations following a recent fuel price hike. Officials are evaluating the impact of rising diesel costs alongside the fiscal pressure caused by the 'Shakti' free travel scheme for women.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing fiscal tension between implementing social welfare guarantees and maintaining the operational viability of public infrastructure.
Amid speculation over revision of bus fares in the State-run road transport corporations following increase in price of diesel and other petroleum products, the State government has asked the Transport Department to submit a comprehensive report on the losses.
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