Operators of Bangkok’s suburban Red and Purple metro lines are preparing to revert fares to standard rates from Oct 1, as the previous government’s 20-baht fare cap policy winds down.

The opposition Pheu Thai Party has vowed to scrutinise ministers in the new Bhumjaithai Party (BJT)-led government, branding some as part of a “Buri Ram power connection” with political influence networks that could undermine high-profile legal cases.