Mysore/Mysuru, Jan. 7 -- In what may dent the pockets of a common man, the autorickshaw fares have been hiked, applicable to only Mysuru district, effective from Jan. 1.

According to a press release issued from the office of Secretary, Regional Transport Authority (RTA), the auto fares have been hiked, following the memorandum submitted by the Autorickshaw Associations to revise the fares.

As per the revised fares, the minimum fare to ferry three passengers is Rs. 36, for the first 2 km, followed by additional Rs. 18 for every stage of one-km. The waiting charge for first 5 minutes will be free, while Rs. 10 will be charged for every 15 minutes of the waiting time.

The luggage charges up to 20 kg will be free, while for the additional ...