The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) will implement a 3% bus fare increase starting January 1, 2026. Officials stated the hike is structured to minimize impact on regular commuters, with no increase for journeys up to nine kilometers and a nominal one-rupee additional charge for trips between 10 and 60 kilometers. This affects approximately 85% of daily passengers. The GSRTC also highlighted recent upgrades, including new buses, modernized stations, and digital ticketing initiatives, with further fleet expansion and hiring planned.