Diwali 2026: Mumbai-Pune passengers flag steep private bus fare hikes as prices rise up to Rs 7000 ahead of Diwali; Maharashtra RTO launches inspection drive. Private tourist bus operators are charging two to three times their usual fares ahead of Diwali 2026 passengers have alleged with tickets on some routes reportedly costing as much as Rs 7000 news agency PTI reportedSome passengers have taken to social media to criticise Maharashtra Transport Minister.