Hyderabad Metro Rail Ltd (HMRL) has announced a fare hike set to take effect from the second week of May 2025. The decision aims to address the metro’s accumulated losses exceeding ₹6,500 crore since its inception in 2017.
Currently, the metro fare ranges from ₹10 for distances up to 2 km to ₹60 for travel beyond 26 km. With the new fare structure, the maximum fare is expected to increase to ₹75. This adjustment is anticipated to generate an additional annual revenue of up to ₹150 crore, contributing to the financial sustainability of the metro system.
Despite efforts to optimize non-fare revenue streams, such as retail spaces and advertising, HMRL has stated that a fare revision is necessary to offset rising operational costs and ensure the project’s financial viability. The company emphasized that the proposed fare hike is a step toward preventing the metro from becoming a non-performing asset.
The fare hike is expected to impact approximately 5 lakh daily metro users across the city’s three routes. Commuters are advised to plan their travel accordingly and stay informed about the new fare structure.
HMRL has submitted the fare revision proposal to the state government for approval. The final decision will be made after consultations with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, who is currently on an official visit to Japan.
