Bengaluru:  The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has hiked bus fares between Bengaluru and Mysuru by Rs. 20 during the ongoing Dasara festival, in keeping with long-standing practise.

According to a statement by KSRTC, the special fares will be charged until Oct.8. Till then, passengers will have to pay an additional Rs. 20 and Rs. 30 for Express / Non-Stop and Premier Bus services respectively.

KSRTC has been collecting extra fares on special days,fairs and holidays for the last two decades. The extra charge is aimed at covering the cost of operations because the special bus services that operate during festivals and fairs usually run with a few passengers in the return journey.