Hyderabad Auto Unions Seek Fare Hike, Welfare Board, City Permits

Auto drivers in Hyderabad want higher fares because they are asking for a new meter rate.

They proposed ₹40 as the starting fare.

They also proposed ₹18 for every kilometre traveled.

Their union representatives discussed these requests with Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar.

The minister said earlier meeting decisions would be put into action immediately.

The government is working on a welfare board for auto workers.

It is also developing a special government app.

The unions and minister plan to keep discussing drivers’ concerns in weekly meetings.