Buckle up, Pune! Ola and Uber cabs, along with affiliated autos, are going off the roads in an indefinite strike starting February 20th. ** Why?** Drivers are unhappy with the companies not following the new, higher fare rates set by the government.
Here’s the lowdown:
- Drivers demand: Implement the new fare structure set by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA).
- Strike impact: No Ola, Uber cabs or affiliated autos. Only metered autos remain.
- Reason for strike: Drivers say rising operational costs aren’t covered by current fares.
- Talks ongoing: RTO and District Collector trying to resolve the issue.
The fare revision by the RTA, endorsed under the guidance of the district collector, set the base fare for the first 1.5 km at Rs 37, with Rs 25 charged for every subsequent kilometer across Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad, and Baramati. This move was aimed at ensuring fair compensation for drivers amidst rising operational costs.
What now?
- Expect disruptions for daily commuters.
- Swift resolution needed to avoid prolonged city transport chaos.
Stay tuned for updates!
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