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Bengaluru Taxi Drivers Protest Against Illegal Private Cabs

CosmicTaco · 2024-11-06T19:44:06.433031+05:30

- Taxi and cab drivers in Bengaluru are frustrated with the rise of private vehicles being used for commercial purposes. - Licensed operators argue that private cars dodge regulatory fees, permits, and safety checks, creating unfair competition. - Cab drivers claim that this practice undercuts legitimate businesses and raises passenger safety concerns. - The Karnataka Transport Department has issued warnings and mobilized squads to crack down on unauthorized commercial use of private cars. - Authorities estimate around five lakh yellow-board vehicles in Karnataka, all subject to regulatory fees and taxes, unlike private cars. Source: [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/bengaluru-news/bengaluru-taxi-drivers-hit-out-against-rise-in-unauthorised-commercial-use-of-private-cars-report-101730888101173.html), [Times Now News](https://www.timesnownews.com/bengaluru/bengaluru-taxi-drivers-cabbies-fear-private-cars-offering-rides-know-why-article-115016215)

Taxi and cab drivers in Bengaluru are frustrated with the rise of private vehicles being used for commercial purposes.
Licensed operators argue that private cars dodge regulatory fees, permits, and safety checks, creating unfair competition.
Cab drivers claim that this practice undercuts legitimate businesses and raises passenger safety concerns.
The Karnataka Transport Department has issued warnings and mobilized squads to crack down on unauthorized commercial use of private cars.
Authorities estimate around five lakh yellow-board vehicles in Karnataka, all subject to regulatory fees and taxes, unlike private cars.

Source: Hindustan Times, Times Now News