Ola, Uber, Rapido Workers Announce Nationwide Strike on Feb 7 Over Fare Exploitation

• Gig worker unions, including Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU), call for a nationwide strike on February 7, 2026.
• The 'All India Breakdown' protest demands government intervention to regulate fares for app-based transport services.
• Workers allege 'endless exploitation' and 'income insecurity' due to platforms like Ola, Uber, and Rapido unilaterally setting fares.
• Key demands include immediate notification of minimum base fares for autos, cabs, and bike taxis, as per Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines, 2025.
• Unions also seek a strict ban on private, non-commercial vehicles being used for commercial passenger and goods transport.