Pune’s Aeromall cab drivers to strike on Dec 11, want Ola and Uber to comply with govt directive on fare
During the strike, drivers plan to boycott Ola and Uber rides and instead operate independently by taking bookings through a common WhatsApp group.
Ola and Uber have so far refused to implement the updated fare structure. (Express file) App-based cab drivers operating at the Aeromall have announced a one-day strike on December 11 in Pune, demanding that Ola and Uber comply with the government-mandated fare structure introduced in January this year.
The strike is expected to disrupt Ola and Uber services at the Aeromall, potentially causing inconvenience for passengers seeking rides upon exiting the Pune airport. The drivers are also calling for the Pune RTO’s intervention regarding the permit processes for both companies.
Kesha Kshirsagar, spokesperson for the Indian Gig Workers Front (IGWF), stated that around 300 drivers from his union will participate in the strike. “Numerous cases of overcharging have been reported in the airport area, yet neither the RTO, the airport authority, nor the Aeromall management has taken any action. This situation benefits only the companies, leaving both passengers and drivers at a disadvantage,” he said.
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