Drivers’ unions in Delhi are set to continue their strike against the rising fuel prices for the second day. Commuters faced hardships on Monday as taxi drivers stayed off the roads and ride-hailing apps showed ‘no available cabs’ messages. Similar hardships are expected on Tuesday as well.
Auto and taxi associations have asked the government to provide a subsidy of ₹35 per kg on CNG prices and increase fares. They are refusing to call off their strike despite the Delhi government’s announcement to form a committee to resolve the issue in a time-bound manner.
Some unions have decided to hold off their strike on the second day. The Sarvodaya Driver Welfare Association of Delhi said its strike will continue for another day. CNG prices have risen by 60 per cent or over ₹28 per kg in the past year.
