Auto union appeals to LG to rein in app-based taxis in Delhi

A delegation of autorickshaw and taxi unions today met Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung and demanded that app-based taxis plying in the national capital be reined in.
Rajendra Soni, general secretary of Delhi Autorickshaw Sangh and Delhi Pradesh Taxi Union, affiliated to Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh, said the delegation also demanded creation of "halt and go" stands for autos and taxis in market areas.
Soni said app-based taxi services are affecting their business and they cannot remain silent. The Delhi government should stop their services as most of app-based cab operators are not following rules, he said.
Arun Sharma and Pawan, officer-bearers of airport taxi union, were also present in the meeting.

"We have demanded setting up of 'halt and go' stands in market areas so that autos and taxis can pick up passengers. In the meeting, we have also urged the LG to direct transport department to issue 10,000 new auto permits," Soni said.