Air fares to Bangalore, Hyderabad could go up

New Delhi: Air travel to Hyderabad and Bangalore could become more expensive with airline operators contemplating a hike in fares subject to the government's clearance for a proposal to levy additional user charges from passengers at these airports.
Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel had hinted during the inauguration of the new Hyderabad airport last week that he favoured additional user charges on passengers using the Bangalore and Hyderabad greenfield airports.
Bangalore International Airport Limited, which is developing the new airport in Bangalore, has requested the central government to allow an additional levy of 675 rupees on outgoing domestic travellers and 955 rupees on international passengers. The Hyderabad airport too has made similar requests.
16/02/08 IANS/GulfNews, UAE

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