The taxi and rickshaw unions in the city have upped their demand for a raise on the existing tariff. Mumbai Rickshawmen’s Union & Mumbai Taximen's Union are up in arms to get their demand accepted by the Maharashtra government.
Mumbai: City reports over 600 new cases
Mumbai: City reports over 600 new cases
The number of recoveries crossed the 3-lakh mark in Mumbai city amid concerns over rising Coronavirus cases. The city reported 760 new COVID-19 cases on Monday, a drop from 921 a day earlier, and four fresh fatalities. However, the number of active patients under treatment increased to 7,397. Home Minister Anil Deshmukh has warned that the cyber cell is keeping a close eye on those who are spreading false rumors that lockdown has been reimposed in Maharashtra and warned of stringent action. Meanwhile, Transport Minister Anil Parab said that the minimum fare for Mumbai s autorickshaws and taxis will be Rs 21 and Rs 25 respectively from March 1 after a hike of Rs 3 was approved.