Chandigarh Taxi Union Protest Continues for 90 Days: Why Are Cab Drivers Angry With Aggregators?
Chandigarh, August 29: Members of the Chandigarh Taxi Union continued their protest against cab aggregators on Saturday, alleging that drivers are being denied government-mandated fares and benefits promised under the aggregator policy.
The union says drivers have been protesting for 90 days, raising concerns over earnings, fares, insurance coverage and regulatory compliance.
What are drivers alleging against aggregators?
Chandigarh Taxi Union president Amandeep Singh alleged that drivers associated with major ride-hailing platforms, including Ola, Uber and Rapido, are not receiving the government-fixed fares.
He claimed that the fares fixed on July 7, 2025, as well as benefits under the aggregator policy dated June 6, 2025, are not being implemented for drivers.
The allegations have been made by the union; the concerned companies' responses were not included in the report.
Insurance benefits among key demands
The union said the aggregator policy provides for benefits including Rs 6 lakh in medical insurance and Rs 10 lakh in term insurance for drivers.
Drivers are also seeking enforcement of provisions related to private vehicles being attached to aggregator platforms.
According to the union, failure to implement these provisions is adding to the financial pressure on drivers.
Union claims 11 strikes in 15 months
Amandeep Singh claimed that drivers have staged 11 strikes over the past 15 months while continuing to press authorities and companies over their demands.
The prolonged agitation has once again highlighted the wider dispute between app-based mobility platforms and traditional transport operators over fares, regulation and driver earnings.
What do the drivers want?
The union is seeking implementation of government-fixed fares, enforcement of promised insurance benefits and stronger protection for drivers working through app-based platforms.
The protest also reflects a broader debate over how cab aggregators should be regulated and how the interests of drivers can be protected as app-based transport continues to expand.
