Rapid RT-PCR test rate capped at Rs 1,975 in Mumbai airport

After multiple complaints about passengers being overcharged for rapid RT-PCR tests at Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) came to the state health department, the rates have been revised with a maximum cap of Rs 1,975 per test.

The government resolution, issued on Tuesday night, said the rates would be applicable from Wednesday.

Last week, Health Minister Rajesh Tope had asked IRS officer Dr Sudhakar Shinde to regulate prices of the Rapid RT PCR tests at the Mumbai International Airport.

Speaking to The Indian Express on Tuesday, Shinde said, “These rates were decided after thorough analysis of input costs and discussion with stakeholders. They will be applicable from Wednesday.”