Mumbai — A city that never sleeps — now finds itself stranded.
Drivers from Ola, Uber, and Rapido have gone on an indefinite strike starting early this morning, protesting against low earnings, increased commissions, and unfair working conditions imposed by ride-hailing aggregator platforms.
🚨 What Triggered the Strike?
The strike, led by major unions representing ride-hailing drivers, comes after months of unresolved negotiations with aggregator companies.
Drivers allege:
Excessive commission cuts (up to 25–30%)
Unrealistic ride targets and incentives
No fuel subsidy despite rising petrol/diesel prices
Long wait times without matching rides
Several drivers say their daily income has dropped by 40–50%, forcing many to skip EMIs or work extra shifts just to survive.
📉 Key Demands from the Drivers
Here’s what the striking drivers are demanding:
Commission cap at 10–15%
Minimum base fare guarantee per ride
Daily fuel allowance or surcharge
Transparent surge pricing model
A grievance redressal mechanism directly with the company
No sudden deactivations or ratings-based penalties
🚗 Impact on Mumbai Commuters
The effects are being felt across the city:
Long wait times for app-based rides
Surge in auto-rickshaw and black-yellow taxi demand
Fares have spiked on the few available rides
Airport & railway station passengers are facing delays
Office-goers turning to carpooling and buses
Mumbai Police has advised commuters to plan alternate travel routes in advance.
📢 What Ola, Uber & Rapido Are Saying
While official responses have been muted or delayed, a spokesperson from one aggregator platform stated:
“We are aware of the ongoing concerns and are working to resolve the matter through dialogue.”
However, no breakthrough has been reported as of now.
💬 What You Can Do as a Commuter
✅ Use public transport where possible (Metro, BEST buses)
✅ Try carpooling apps or local taxi unions
✅ Avoid non-essential travel during peak hours
✅ Track updates on Twitter handles of traffic police & aggregator apps
❓ FAQs
Q1: How long will the strike continue?
Indefinitely — until demands are acknowledged or a resolution is reached.
Q2: Are all drivers part of the strike?
Most active drivers in central and suburban Mumbai are participating; very limited services are running.
Q3: Can I still book a ride on Ola or Uber apps?
Yes, but availability is extremely low and fares are higher due to the strike.
Published on : 19th July
Published by : SMITA
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