Mangaluru, Feb. 7 -- Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar on Saturday said that the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) didn't consult with him before revising the fare prices and assured that he will discuss the matter after reaching Bengaluru.

"They didn't consult us. They have the authority, as the Central Government Secretary serves as the chairman. He has taken this decision. I do not want to cause any trouble for the public, and I plan to discuss the matter further once I return to Bengaluru. I will also review the financial structure of the decision," he said.

The First Fare Fixation Committee (FFC), while recommending the revised fare structure for BMRCL, observed that the revision of fares after 7.5 years and the opti...