Mumbai App‑Cab & Bike Drivers Launch Indefinite Strike
National
Ola, Uber, and Rapido drivers in Mumbai have gone on an indefinite strike since July 15, demanding fairer fares, implementation of the Maharashtra aggregator cab policy, meter-based pricing, and a ban on app‑based bike taxis. The protest has caused severe disruptions around airports, railway stations, and city-wide commutes.
Ola Uber and Rapido drivers in Mumbai have started an indefinite strike demanding fair wages and better facilities. Drivers are agitating in areas like the airport area and Bandra-Kurla Complex. Drivers say that after aggregator commission and fuel expenses, their earnings are very low, which makes it difficult to save.
Taxi and bike services have come to a halt in Mumbai. Thousands of drivers associated with Ola, Uber and Rapido have started an indefinite strike. These drivers stopped their service on July 15. The main objective of this protest is to ensure a guarantee of fair wages and better facilities.
This movement is going on among drivers in major areas including the airport area, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Andheri and South Mumbai. They allege that after adding aggregator commission and fuel expenses, their actual income sometimes remains only Rs 8 to 12 per kilometer. Drivers say that these earnings are not sustainable, especially with rising fuel and maintenance costs.