New Delhi: The indefinite strike by drivers working with app-based cabs, such as Ola (ANI Technologies Pvt. Ltd) and Uber India was called off partially Sunday as five unions agreed to run taxis in Delhi NCR following the government’s assurance.
However, Sarvodaya Driver Association of Delhi (SDAD), which claims to represent 1.5 lakh of drivers in the National Capital Region (NCR), said it has not withdrawn its strike which will also continue on Monday.
“The transport minister has assured us that their fares from the existing Rs6 per km will be increased. In the meeting, the minister also assured drivers’ unions that app-based cab aggregators including Ola and Uber will not charge 25% commission on every booking,” said Balwant Singh, President of Rajdhani Tourist Drivers’ Union.
Thousands of drivers were on indefinite strike since Friday to protest against “low fares” and “lack” of basic amenities from app-based taxi aggregators, such as Ola and Uber.