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Kolkata Auto Fares Skyrocket: LPG Price Hike, Unavailability Drive Up Commuting Costs
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Kolkata Auto Fares Skyrocket: LPG Price Hike, Unavailability Drive Up Commuting Costs
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11-03-2026, 15:10
Kolkata Auto Fares Skyrocket: LPG Price Hike, Unavailability Drive Up Commuting Costs
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Kolkata auto fares surge by 3, 5, even 10 rupees on various routes due to rising auto LPG prices and scarcity.
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Auto LPG price increased by 5 rupees per liter to 62.68 rupees, up from 57.68 rupees, with further unavailability at pumps.
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Routes like Chingrighata-SDF saw fares jump from 15 to 18 rupees; passengers report unapproved hikes on multiple routes.
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Auto drivers cite increased fuel costs and difficulty in obtaining LPG as reasons for the fare hike, forcing them to charge more.
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Commuters face daily struggles, long queues, and difficulty finding autos as many drivers are not operating due to gas issues.
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