Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Pune Auto Drivers Cite Financial Strain for Overloaded Autos
Pune's auto drivers are in trouble for taking too many passengers.
They say they have to do it to make enough money because gas is expensive, they rent their autos, and have to pay for upkeep.
The drivers say after they pay for everything, they hardly have anything left.
The government wants them to stop because they are concerned about safety, but the drivers say they need the extra money.
They want the government to lower gas prices and help them buy their own autos.
Pune RTO is cracking down on auto-rickshaw drivers for carrying excess passengers.
Drivers say financial pressures force them to carry extra passengers.
Rising CNG prices and vehicle rent are key financial burdens.
Drivers report they barely save ₹200–300 daily after expenses.
The RTO emphasizes passenger safety as the reason for enforcement.
- Who
- Pune Regional Transport Office (RTO) and auto-rickshaw drivers.
- What
- Pune auto-rickshaw drivers are carrying more passengers than legally permitted.
- When
- Ongoing, with recent RTO crackdown.
- Where
- Pune, India
- Why
- Drivers cite financial pressures from high CNG prices, vehicle rent, and maintenance costs.
Auto Drivers
RTO
Passenger Safety vs. Financial Constraints
Auto Drivers
Financial constraints, including high CNG prices and vehicle rent, necessitate carrying extra passengers to survive.
RTO
Carrying excess passengers and overloading is illegal for passenger safety
- Location
- Pune, India
- Issue
- Auto-rickshaws carrying excess passengers
- Authority
- Regional Transport Office (RTO)
- Driver's complaint
- High CNG prices, rent, and maintenance
- Driver's savings
- ₹200–300 after expenses