Pune News: PMPML Overhauls Fare Structure And Stage System To Align With Metro Integration
Pune News: PMPML Overhauls Fare Structure And Stage System To Align With Metro Integration
Pune, May 13, 2025 — In a move aimed at enhancing public transport efficiency and promoting seamless multi-modal integration, Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Ltd. (PMPML) has revamped its fare structure and stage-based ticketing system. The updated model is designed to support better coordination with Pune Metro services and simplify fare calculations for commuters.
Under the Maharashtra Government’s guidelines, PMPML has introduced an 11-stage fare system based on travel distances. The structure comprises six stages for journeys up to 30 km (in 5 km intervals) and five stages for distances between 30 km and 80 km (in 10 km intervals).
New Fare Chart for Children (Ages 3 to 12):
| Stage | Distance (km) | Fare (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 – 5 | ₹10 |
| 2 | 5.1 – 10 | ₹20 |
| 3 | 10.1 – 15 | ₹30 |
| 4 | 15.1 – 20 | ₹40 |
| 5 | 20.1 – 25 | ₹50 |
| 6 | 25.1 – 30 | ₹60 |
| 7 | 30.1 – 40 | ₹70 |
| 8 | 40.1 – 50 | ₹80 |
| 9 | 50.1 – 60 | ₹90 |
| 10 | 60.1 – 70 | ₹120 |
| 11 | 70.1 – 80 | ₹120 |
This updated fare system aims to improve transparency, streamline ticketing, and ensure compatibility with digital ticketing solutions, including the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC).
Major Changes to Bus Passes:
- Discontinued: The current daily pass of ₹40 and monthly pass of ₹900 for Pune or Pimpri-Chinchwad limits will no longer be available.
- New Unified Passes:
- Daily pass across both city limits: ₹70
- Monthly pass: ₹1,500
- PMRDA Pass Revision:
- Daily pass revised from ₹120 to ₹150
- Unchanged: Student, senior citizen, and differently-abled passes remain unaffected.
These decisions were formalized during the PMPML Board meeting held on May 13, 2025. The meeting was attended by senior officials, including the Commissioners of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporations, the Regional Transport Officer (Pune), and the Director of the Central Institute of Road Transport (CIRT).
PMPML Fleet Expansion and Staffing:
To support growing transit demands, PMRDA has sanctioned ₹230 crore for the procurement of 500 new CNG buses. Additional buses will be added based on the ownership ratio of Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. To optimize operational efficiency, PMPML will also hire contract-based personnel through third-party agencies.
Implementation of these changes is expected to begin shortly.
