DK Shivakumar rules out congestion tax in Bengaluru, says 'infra push will ease traffic'

DK Shivakumar rules out congestion tax in Bengaluru, says 'infra push will ease traffic' Bengaluru congestion tax: According to official sources, the idea of a congestion tax came up during a recent discussion on measures to ease Bengaluru’s traffic. Urban mobility experts proposed a levy on single-occupant cars, especially during peak hours, as a way to curb their use. Bengaluru:Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has categorically denied reports that the state government is considering the introduction of a 'congestion tax' in Bengaluru. Congestion tax discussionsOfficial sources had earlier indicated that a congestion tax was discussed during a recent meeting on Bengaluru’s decongestion strategy. Government’s focus on infrastructureShivakumar reassured citizens that the government’s priority is to ease traffic through infrastructure initiatives rather than imposing levies.