Auto, taxi fares to rise in Keralam from January 1

AUTO-rickshaw and taxi fares in Keralam are set to increase from January 1, 2027, following an agreement between the state government and transport workers' unions.

Transport Minister C.P. John gave the assurance during discussions with union representatives in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday. A special commission will be appointed to study and recommend the revised fare structure.

The unions have demanded an increase in the minimum auto fare from ₹30 to ₹50 and the minimum taxi fare from ₹250 to ₹300.

Following the government's assurance, the unions withdrew their proposed 24-hour statewide strike scheduled to begin on Thursday. The last fare revision was implemented in April 2022.