Archive · 22 Aug 2025
MNS Demands Mandatory Ambulance Fare Meters to Curb Overcharging
The Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) wants all ambulances to have fare meters, like taxis, so people aren't charged too much.
They say this is because people in Thane have complained about being overcharged by ambulances.
The MNS also wants the cost to depend on what kind of ambulance it is: a basic one, one with air conditioning, or one for heart patients.
A local MNS leader, Nainesh Patankar, spoke to the authorities, and a transport officer, Rohit Katkar, said they would look into it.
The goal is to make ambulance services fair and honest for everyone.
MNS demands mandatory fare meters in ambulances to prevent overcharging.
The fare structure should consider ambulance quality (simple, AC, cardiac).
MNS received complaints from Thane residents about overcharging.
Nainesh Patankar raised the demand with authorities.
Deputy RTO Rohit Katkar agreed to take necessary steps.
- Who
- Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and Thane residents.
- What
- MNS demands mandatory fare meters in ambulances to prevent overcharging.
- When
- On Friday, the demand was made.
- Where
- Thane, Maharashtra.
- Why
- To prevent overcharging and ensure fair pricing of ambulance services.
MNS Perspective
Not Applicable
Fare Meter Requirement
MNS Perspective
Mandatory fare meters should be implemented in ambulances.
Not Applicable
Not explicitly stated in the article.
Fair Pricing
MNS Perspective
Fare structure should be determined according to the quality of ambulance.
Not Applicable
Not explicitly stated in the article.
- Party Making Demand
- Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS)
- Location of Complaints
- Thane
- Concern
- Ambulance overcharging
- Official Contacted
- Deputy Regional Transport Officer Rohit Katkar