Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Hyderabad Auto Drivers Allege Scam in Government Scheme
Some auto rickshaw drivers in Hyderabad are angry because they think auto dealers are cheating them.
The government has a program to give out new auto rickshaws, but the drivers say the dealers are selling the autos for too much money.
They also claim the dealers are working with others to make sure drivers who apply on their own don't get the autos, while those who use dealers do.
They're being charged extra, like thousands of rupees more than they should.
The drivers want the government to stop the dealers from doing this.
Auto rickshaw drivers in Hyderabad allege a scam involving dealers in a government scheme.
Dealers, financiers, and brokers are accused of selling autos at inflated prices in collusion.
Drivers claim those applying individually were denied vehicles, while those using dealers got them.
Complaints include overcharging of Rs 22,000 to Rs 50,000 above fixed prices.
A union has urged government officials to take action against the alleged misconduct.
- Who
- Auto rickshaw drivers, auto dealers, auto financiers, and brokers are involved.
- What
- Allegations of corruption and price gouging in a government auto rickshaw distribution scheme.
- When
- Following government approval for new auto rickshaws (no specific timeframe).
- Where
- Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
- Why
- Drivers allege dealers are exploiting the scheme for profit by overcharging and manipulating the distribution process.
Auto Drivers
Auto Dealers (Implied)
Pricing & Distribution
Auto Drivers
Dealers are charging excessive prices and manipulating the scheme.
Auto Dealers (Implied)
The article does not provide the opposing side's stance.
- Government Scheme
- Distribution of new auto rickshaws (65,000 total).
- Alleged Scam Amount
- Rs 10 crore (union estimate).
- Overcharging Range
- Rs 22,000 to Rs 50,000 above fixed prices.
- CNG Auto Price
- Rs 2,59,000 (fixed).
- LPG Auto Price
- Rs 2,47,000 (fixed).