India, Nov. 12 -- Commuters will have to pay more for bus journeys as the Odisha government has announced a hike in fares across all categories of buses operating within the state, except town buses.

According to a notification issued by the government, the revised fare structure will come into effect from the date of publication of the notification in the Odisha Gazette.Odisha News Today

As per the revised rates, the maximum fare for ordinary buses has been fixed at Rs 1.18 per passenger per kilometre, up from the existing rate. The fare for express buses has been fixed at Rs 1.24 per kilometre, while passengers travelling in semi-deluxe buses will have to pay Rs 1.30 per kilometre.

Similarly, the maximum fare for deluxe buses has be...