Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Bombay HC Restrains Auto Unions From Disrupting Uber Services
Uber, a ride-sharing service, was worried that auto rickshaw drivers would stop their cars during a protest.
So, Uber asked the court for help.
The court agreed and told the protesting drivers they couldn't block or bother Uber cars or passengers.
The court also told the police to protect Uber's cars if needed.
The court's decision was made because Uber said the protesting drivers had been stopping and damaging their vehicles.
The next time the court will talk about this is in early August.
Bombay High Court restrained auto rickshaw unions from obstructing Uber services in Pune.
The court order came after Uber expressed concerns about potential disruption during a protest.
The court directed police to provide protection to Uber vehicles if needed.
Uber cited threats and vehicle damage from protesting unions as reasons for its plea.
The next hearing in the case is scheduled for August 6.
- Who
- Bombay High Court, Uber India Systems Pvt Ltd, Baghtoy Rikshaw-wala Union.
- What
- Bombay High Court restrained auto rickshaw unions from obstructing Uber services.
- When
- The court order was issued on Wednesday, July 23.
- Where
- Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad cities in India.
- Why
- Uber sought legal protection due to threats and potential disruption of services during a protest.
Uber's Position
Auto Rickshaw Unions
Right to Operate vs. Right to Protest
Uber's Position
Uber seeks to operate without obstruction.
Auto Rickshaw Unions
Auto unions want to protest Uber's presence.
- Court
- Bombay High Court
- Plaintiff
- Uber India Systems Pvt Ltd
- Defendant
- Auto rickshaw unions
- Date of Order
- July 23
- Next Hearing
- August 6
- Location
- Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad