After Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed the BEST administration to generate its own revenue, the undertaking is now exploring the feasibility of launching “Metro circuit” bus services, connecting Metro stations with residential and office areas. 

BEST, which has been running at a loss for years, currently relies heavily on financial aid from the BMC. This year, the civic body allocated R1000 crore to keep the undertaking afloat. Following Fadnavis’ push last week, the BMC also cleared a fare hike proposal for BEST. Now, the administration plans to restructure its bus routes, focusing on Metro rail connectivity as a key component of its revenue-generation strategy.