Delhi Auto-Taxi Strike Halts Commute, Demands Compensation

Delhi witnessed a challenging commute due to the two-day auto-taxi strike led by the Delhi Auto Taxi Transport Congress Union. The strike, fueled by demands for adequate compensation from app aggregators, led to significant disruptions. Union members warned of further actions if their demands remain unmet.

Delhiites faced a tough commute on the second day of the auto-taxi strike on Friday, organized by the Delhi Auto Taxi Transport Congress Union in the city and surrounding areas.

The union called the two-day strike to demand adequate compensation from app aggregators, citing reduced pay and the introduction of bikes as competition affecting their livelihood. Union president Kishan Verma claimed 95% of autos and cabs were off the roads during the strike.

The union plans to end the strike at midnight, with a warning of escalating their protests if government officials do not engage in talks within 10 to 15 days. Reports of vandalism in areas like Nizamuddin and Anand Vihar were condemned by the union, asserting that non-striking members were responsible. Commuters struggled to find cabs, facing inflated fares and reluctance from drivers to accept rides due to fears of incidents.

(With inputs from agencies.)