Hyderabad Cab Strike: City Gripped by Transport Chaos, Fares Skyrocket

• App-based cab services like Ola, Uber, Rapido, and Porter were completely disrupted in Hyderabad due to a driver strike.
• Passengers faced severe difficulties, especially in IT corridors and at railway stations, with many waiting hours for transport.
• The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPPWU) called the strike, protesting arbitrary commission increases by companies.
• Drivers demand implementation of Aggregator Guidelines-2020 and tariff decisions in consultation with unions.
• Surge pricing led to fares approximately 35% higher than normal, forcing many to use Metro and RTC buses.