Pragya Riders suspend operations in Bechem amid fare dispute

Pragya riders in Bechem have suspended their operations following a dispute over a recent increase in transport fares, leaving several residents without their usual means of transport.

In a video shared by SikaOfficial on X and sighted by Nsemwokrom.com, a number of Pragya riders are seen parked at what appears to be a station, with no passengers being picked up.

The suspension has reportedly affected residents who depend on the tricycles for their daily movement within Bechem and nearby areas.

The disagreement is said to centre on a recent change in transport fares, although the video does not provide details about the exact amount being demanded by the riders or the fare previously charged.

The situation has drawn attention online, with some Ghanaians questioning who the riders are protesting to and others expressing concern about the difficulties faced by transport operators.

One X user, NanaEzze, wrote:

“Transport operators aren’t having it easy at all. All because politicians never want to be truthful”

Another user, COLLINGS, questioned the purpose of the action, asking:

“so they’re protesting to who exactly?? MP, DCE or assembly man??”

Desmens also raised the issue of alternative public transport in the town, tagging President John Dramani Mahama and asking:

“arent there any government buses in bechem… they are also Ghanaians oo”

Watch the video below;

Pragya riders in Bechem have suspended operations over a dispute concerning a recent increase in transport fares, leaving hundreds of residents stranded.
[🎥: Atena TV] pic.twitter.com/8KDxqi55PB
— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) August 11, 2026

The development comes amid wider discussions in Ghana over public transport fares and the cost of operating commercial vehicles.

Transport operators have previously cited fuel prices, spare parts and vehicle maintenance costs when pushing for fare adjustments. In June 2026, transport operators announced a 20 percent fare increase, citing rising operational costs, although the issue generated disagreement over whether the adjustment had followed the required consultation process.

The Bechem situation, however, appears to be a local dispute involving Pragya operators, and details of the discussions between the riders and the relevant authorities have not been made public.

For residents who rely heavily on Pragya services, the suspension could mean longer waiting times and difficulty getting to their destinations.

The video does not show any confrontation between the riders and passengers. Instead, the tricycles are seen parked while people appear to be without the service they normally use.

It is also unclear from the footage how long the suspension is expected to last or whether talks are underway to resolve the fare disagreement.

For now, residents in Bechem are watching the situation as the disagreement between the Pragya riders and the relevant authorities over transport fares remains unresolved.