Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Bombay HC Protects Uber Against Disruptive Protests in Pune
Uber, a ride-sharing company, went to court because people were protesting and stopping their drivers from working.
The court agreed that there was an urgent problem and told the protestors they couldn't stop or hurt Uber drivers or damage their cars.
The police were also ordered to help and protect Uber's vehicles.
The protests seem to be about the cost of rides on apps like Uber.
The court will hear more about the case in August.
Bombay High Court granted urgent relief to Uber against protestors in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad.
The court restrained protestors from stopping or assaulting Uber drivers and interfering in business.
Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) was directed to provide immediate police protection.
Uber accused union groups of threats, assaults, and vehicle damage.
Protests were reportedly over fare hikes on app-based platforms.
- Who
- Uber and its drivers versus Swapan Kanya Sanghatana, IGF Union, and other protestors.
- What
- Bombay High Court granted relief to Uber against protestors disrupting operations.
- When
- July 23rd onward, with the court order issued Tuesday.
- Where
- Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, India.
- Why
- Protests were related to alleged fare hikes on app-based platforms, like Uber and Ola.
Uber
Protestors
Right to Operate vs. Right to Protest
Uber
Protection from harassment and business disruption.
Protestors
Protesting fare hikes.
- Court
- Bombay High Court
- Parties
- Uber vs. Protestors (Swapan Kanya Sanghatana, IGF Union, others)
- Relief Granted
- Protection from protestors and police assistance
- Location
- Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad
- Issue
- Fare hikes and disruption of Uber operations
- Next Hearing
- August 6th