Courier services provider Blue Dart Express announced on Monday that it will implement a price hike of 9-12 per cent on its shipments from January 1, 2025. The company cited inflationary pressures and rising operational costs as key reasons for the pricing adjustment. The price increase is aimed at addressing the escalating long-term expenses associated with its operations, including higher airline operating costs and infrastructure expenditures. Blue Dart stated that these adjustments are necessary to ensure the sustainability of its services in the face of rising input costs.