New passenger-friendly tariff formula for airports cuts user fee at Bengaluru by 33%
The Hindu2h ago2 newsrooms
New tariff formula ensures passengers pay only for infrastructure ready for use; AERA says it will address concerns over a “tariff spike” as costs are recovered over a shorter period
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Why it matters
Passengers at Bengaluru airport will pay substantially lower fees per journey, with the formula designed to spread infrastructure costs more evenly and avoid sharp rate increases.
Most affected
Bengaluru airport passengers — User fees drop by 33% under the new formula.
Likely next
Whether other Indian airports adopt the same tariff formula and whether passenger fees adjust accordingly.