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Mumbai’s daily auto and taxi rides are set to cost more from September. The fare hike will affect commuters across the MMR, but how much will your next ride cost?
With the latest MMRTA decision, the minimum auto fare will now stand at Rs 27, while the starting fare for black-and-yellow taxis will be Rs 33 from September 1.
Mumbai News: Commuters across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) will have to pay more for autorickshaw and taxi rides from September 1, after the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Transport Authority (MMRTA) approved a revision in fares.
Under the new rates, the minimum autorickshaw fare will increase by Re 1, from Rs 26 to Rs 27 for the first 1.5 km. The minimum fare for black-and-yellow taxis will rise by Rs 2, from Rs 31 to Rs 33, as reported by The Times of India.
The revised fares will apply in Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan, Vasai-Virar and Panvel. Officials said the revision will come into effect at the same time as the scheduled fare changes in Pune.
New Auto, Taxi Fares From September 1
The revised fare structure will be:
- Vehicle Existing Minimum Fare New Minimum Fare Fare For Subsequent Distance
- Autorickshaw Rs 26 Rs 27 Rs 18/km
- Black-and-yellow Taxi Rs 31 Rs 33 Rs 33/km
The increase means even short-distance commuters will see a higher starting fare from September.
When Was The Last Fare Hike?
The latest revision comes after the last major fare hike in February 2025. Before that, fares had been revised in 2022. Transport unions have been pushing for another increase, citing rising operating and maintenance costs.
The latest decision therefore comes after repeated demands from auto and taxi operators for fares to be adjusted in line with increasing expenses.
Why Are Auto And Taxi Fares Being Increased?
Transport unions have argued that the cost of operating autorickshaws and taxis has risen significantly over the past few years.
Mumbai Rickshawmen’s Union leader Thampy Kurien said the fare revision proposal was based on representations highlighting higher expenses on:
- Fuel
- Vehicle maintenance
- Insurance premiums
- Permit-related costs
Auto and taxi operators have also argued that although passenger demand has recovered, drivers’ earnings have not kept pace with the increase in operating expenses.
An autorickshaw driver pointed to rising CNG prices, which have reached around Rs 86 per kg, as another source of pressure on daily earnings.
Taxi Unions Wanted A Bigger Fare Hike
Taxi operators had sought a higher increase than what was ultimately approved.
Fredrick D’Sa of the Mumbai Taximen’s Union said the union had requested the Transport Commissioner’s office to recommend an increase of at least Rs 4 in the starting taxi fare.
However, the MMRTA approved an increase of only Rs 2, taking the minimum black-and-yellow taxi fare from Rs 31 to Rs 33.
Shared Auto, Taxi Fares May Also Rise
The fare revision could extend beyond regular metered rides. Sources indicated that minimum fares for shared autorickshaws and taxis may also increase by Re 1.
However, a final decision on the shared-fare revision is yet to be taken by the transport authorities and unions.
Auto, Taxi Unions Welcome Fare Revision
Transport unions have welcomed the fare increase, describing it as necessary to help drivers cope with rising costs.
They have argued that drivers are facing higher fuel, maintenance, insurance and other operational expenses, while their incomes have not increased at the same pace.
The unions had therefore been seeking a revision to ensure that operating autorickshaws and taxis remains financially viable.
Commuters Raise Cost-Of-Living Concerns
While operators have welcomed the revision, commuter groups have urged authorities to consider the impact of higher fares on passengers. The increase comes amid broader cost-of-living pressures, with commuters arguing that fare revisions need to strike a balance between the financial challenges faced by drivers and the growing expenses of daily travel for Mumbaikars.
For passengers who depend on autos and taxis regularly for short-distance journeys, even a Re 1 or Rs 2 increase in the minimum fare could add to their monthly commuting expenses.
Mumbai Has Around 3 Lakh Registered Autos
Mumbai has approximately 3 lakh registered autorickshaws and around 30,000 taxis, making the fare revision significant for a large number of drivers and commuters across the city.
With the new rates coming into force on September 1, passengers across Mumbai and other parts of the MMR will begin paying the revised fares from next month.
Previous Auto Fare Revisions In MMR
The latest revision follows a series of fare increases over the years.
- February 2025: Minimum auto fare – Rs 26
- October 2022: Earlier major revision
- March 2021: Minimum auto fare – Rs 21
- June 2015: Minimum auto fare – Rs 18
- August 2014: Minimum auto fare – Rs 17
- October 2012: Minimum auto fare – Rs 15
Previous Taxi Fare Revisions
Taxi fares have also been revised several times over the years.
- February 2025: Minimum taxi fare – Rs 31
- March 2021: Minimum taxi fare – Rs 25
- June 2015: Minimum taxi fare – Rs 22
- August 2014: Earlier revision
- October 2012: Earlier revision
With the latest MMRTA decision, the minimum auto fare will now stand at Rs 27, while the starting fare for black-and-yellow taxis will be Rs 33 from September 1.
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