‘Daylight robbery, unforgivable’: Karnataka transport minister orders crackdown on overcharging autos in Bengaluru; app-based fares under scanner after Rs 184 for 4km ride
Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy ordered strict action against Bengaluru autorickshaws for overcharging. This includes app-based services. The minister instructed officials to cancel permits and register cases against violators. He cited instances of aggregator platforms charging excessive fares. Complaints persist about drivers demanding exorbitant fares. The department is preparing a robust action plan to protect the public interest.