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Bus Fares Hiked in Odisha After Increase in Diesel Prices

The State Transport Authority (STA), Odisha, has announced a revision in bus fares across various categories following the recent increase in diesel prices.

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June 2, 2026
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Bhubaneswar: The State Transport Authority (STA), Odisha, has announced a revision in bus fares across various categories following the recent increase in diesel prices.

According to a notification issued by the STA, the revised fares will come into effect from June 2, 2026.

Under the revised fare structure, passengers travelling in ordinary buses will now pay 92 paise per kilometre, up from the existing 90 paise per kilometre. The fare for express buses has been increased from 94 paise to 96 paise per kilometre.

Similarly, the fare for deluxe buses has been revised from ₹1.31 per kilometre to ₹1.35 per kilometre, while passengers travelling in AC deluxe buses will now have to pay ₹1.63 per kilometre compared to the earlier ₹1.59 per kilometre.

The highest increase has been recorded in the super deluxe category, where the fare has gone up from ₹2.47 per kilometre to ₹2.53 per kilometre.

The fare revision comes in response to the recent rise in diesel prices, which has increased operating costs for bus operators.

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