Transport operators say they cannot guarantee that prices will remain the same, citing the exclusion of tipper lorries for subsidies and scant details on compensation programmes.

US airlines have sparred with the administration in recent years over responsibility for flight delays, passenger rights, landing slots and other issues.

The river's levels were at their highest in 45 years, following unusually heavy rainfall in New Delhi and hilly northern states, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of people, as the river breached its banks.

Anthony Loke says ticket prices are based on a dynamic pricing system.

The transport minister says the government welcomes any proposal from the private sector to continue the mega project.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke says the ferries are still available for service although there might be operational challenges.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke says his ministry is also looking at stations which need to be upgraded or expanded to accommodate the growing number of passengers.

While the value of property will go up, traffic congestion and noise pollution will likely increase as well.

Domestic airlines including ANA, Japan Airlines and others cancelled a total of 100 flights due to the snow as of noon, according to the land ministry.

AirAsia passengers urge the transport minister to take equal action across the board.

Air passengers are hoping that the transport minister will be able to solve the problems faced since the start of the pandemic.

The renewed push comes after Cyrus Mistry, the former chairman of Indian conglomerate Tata Sons, died in a car crash on Sunday, reigniting the road safety debate in the world's fourth-largest car market.