Delhi-NCR To Witness Auto-Taxi Drivers' Strike On August 22, 23. Here's Why

Delhi-NCR is set to experience transportation disruptions on August 22 and 23 due to a strike organised by auto and taxi driver unions in protest against app-based cab services like Ola and Uber.

The protest involves over 15 unions from the region.

The unions claim that the central and state governments have failed to ensure adequate compensation for their concerns, despite repeated appeals.

Kishan Verma, President of the Delhi Auto Taxi Transport Congress Union, expressed frustration, stating, "For several years, we have been writing to governments and departments about companies like Ola and Uber, but no one listens. These companies present their side, and the government presents its side, but these businesses operate as a game of donations, with the government also involved. We demand an end to this game."

Verma also highlighted the impact on employment for auto and taxi drivers, saying, "Employment for auto and taxi drivers, which is being affected or taken away, must be addressed. Private Ola and Uber taxis are involved in smuggling, and there is also trade in alcohol and drugs. To address these issues, we are going on strike. The organisation has decided that on August 22 and 23, all auto and taxi services in Delhi NCR will be suspended."

He suggested a ban on app-based cab services, adding, "We are not getting anything. E-rickshaw and bikes with private number plates are plying on roads."