Hundreds of cab drivers affiliated with Ola and Uber in Chennai went on strike demanding fare regulation, a ban on bike taxi services, and stricter action against certain toll booths. The drivers called for the state government to regulate app-based cab aggregators and address high commissions imposed on them. The drivers plan to hold a large-scale protest on October 18.
According to sources, the ongoing protest in areas such as Rajarathinam Station, Azhumbur, Chennai, saw around 500-1,000 drivers participating, with more expected to join on Tuesday.