On March 1, auto LPG was priced at around ₹58 per litre; by Wednesday, it had climbed to ₹82.96. On other routes, fares have also edged up: Maniktala-Phoolbagan now costs ₹17, up ₹2, Phoolbagan-Girish Park ₹23, up ₹3, Ultadanga-No. Auto drivers said their financial survival is at stake. Many auto drivers must pay ₹300-₹400 to vehicle owners daily, depending on the route’s length and demand, before calculating their own earnings. “If auto fares increase, passengers could switch to buses.

Source: The Telegraph April 02, 2026 00:02 UTC