'Old man struggling to pay, well-off woman travelling for free': Bengaluru man sparks viral debate on free bus rides to women

The Karnataka government is facing criticism for increasing bus fares by 15% for state-run transport corporations. The opposition and public are debating the fairness of allowing women to travel for free while men bear the cost. BJP and Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy have criticized the decision, citing financial burden and lack of development initiatives.