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A Bengaluru woman was shocked after a taxi app asked for more than Rs 700 for a ride of less than 10 km between Koramangala and Indiranagar during the evening rush hour.
Her post sparked a broader debate about price hikes
Bengaluru commuters are once again speaking out about rising taxi fares in the city after a woman shared the amount she was quoted for a short trip during peak traffic hours. The post highlighted a problem many residents say they face regularly.
According to many users, price hikes often push prices much higher than expected, especially during busy evenings. The discussion also prompted several people to share their own experiences of paying exorbitant prices for relatively short trips across the city.
A short trip came with a big fare
The discussion started after X user Nivedita posted a screenshot showing the fare for a taxi ride from Koramangala to Indiranagar. The distance between the two areas is less than 10 km, but the app paid her more than Rs 700 for the trip.
Expressing her frustration, she wrote: “More than Rs 700 as fare from Koramangala to Indiranagar at 7 pm is just daylight robbery.”
Her post quickly sparked responses from other Bengaluru residents, many of whom said they had experienced similar fare hikes while booking cabs during rush hour.
Users share their own experiences
Many people have criticized app-based taxi services and claimed that high fares have become common in the city.
One user claimed that some drivers refuse to turn on the air conditioning and still charge high rates during periods of high demand.
Others complained that ride costs often became unreasonable during traffic jams and rainy evenings.
Some users compared Bengaluru to cities abroad, saying public transport in many places is either cheaper or more reliable. Commuters in Bengaluru often have few options when taxi prices suddenly rise, they said.
Many are calling for better regulation
The discussion also led to calls for tougher rules for taxi aggregators. Some users suggested that prices be based on a fixed price per kilometer instead of constantly changing based on demand.
Others said passengers should be compensated when drivers accept a reservation and later cancel it. Many people shared examples of expensive trips they’ve taken.
A passenger said they paid Rs 500 for a trip from Ulsoor to Banaswadi at around 11.30 pm and wondered why the high fares were still in effect late at night.
Over INR 700 as fare from Koramangala to Indiranagar at 7 pm is just daylight robbery — Nivedita (@Nivivacious) May 29, 2026
Not everyone agreed
While many criticized the prices, some users defended the fare system. One of the people said that the higher prices are due to increased demand for the number of taxis available.
Depending on the user, passengers can either wait for prices to drop or choose another mode of transportation.
Another commentator said that expecting a cheap taxi during heavy traffic on a Friday evening is unrealistic, adding that passengers cannot expect low prices, immediate availability and convenience at the same time.
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