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šŸ”„šŸ„µ Hyderabad's Ola, Uber, Rapido Cabs Say 'No AC' from March 24! Here's the Scoop! šŸš–āŒšŸŒ¬ļø

TL;DR: Starting March 24, cab drivers in Hyderabad from services like Ola, Uber, and Rapido are launching a 'No AC Campaign' to protest low fares and high operational costs. They're urging passengers to understand their plight and consider tipping for AC usage.

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Hey Hyderabadis! šŸŒ† Got some sizzling news that's hotter than our summer sun! ā˜€ļøšŸ”„ From March 24, if you're hopping into an Ola, Uber, or Rapido cab, brace yourselves for a breezy rideā€”without the cool comfort of air conditioning! šŸ˜…šŸš—šŸ’Ø

What's Cooking? šŸ³

Our city's cabbies are hitting the brakes on AC usage, kickstarting a 'No AC Campaign'. Why, you ask? Well, they're feeling the heatā€”not just from the soaring temperatures but from the pinch in their pockets too! šŸ’øšŸ˜“

The Inside Story šŸ“–

These drivers are revving up this protest to spotlight the unfair pricingĀ by ride-hailing biggies like Ola, Uber, and Rapido. šŸš–šŸ’¼ They're saying the current fares are so low that even auto-rickshaws are cruising ahead in earnings! Imagine that! šŸ›ŗšŸ’Ø

Fueling the Fire ā›½šŸ”„

Here's the math that's driving them up the wall:

  • Earnings per km:Ā ā‚¹10-12

  • Cost per km with AC on:Ā ā‚¹16-18

See the gap? It's like trying to fill a diesel tank with petrol money! šŸ¤‘ā›½

Voices from the Road šŸ›£ļø

Shaik Salahuddin, the head honcho of the Telangana Gig and Platform Workersā€™ Union (TGPWU), shared that there's a whopping ā‚¹300-400 difference between what cab aggregators charge and what pre-paid taxis rake in. Plus, our cabbies are cooling their heels for 3-4 hours at the airport for a return trip, only to hand over 30% of their fare to the app companies. Talk about a bumpy ride! šŸ›¤ļøšŸ’”

What's the Demand? šŸ“¢

The TGPWU is honking for a uniform fare structure, much like the government-approved prepaid taxi fares. This would factor in:

  • Fuel costs ā›½

  • Maintenance šŸ› ļø

  • Fair driver compensation šŸ’°

Summer's Here, and It's Sweaty! šŸŒžšŸ’¦

With temperatures climbing, a non-AC ride can feel like a trip to the sauna. šŸ„µ But our cabbies aren't out to make you sweat. They're simply asking for a little empathy and maybe a tip if you really need that cool breeze during your ride. šŸ’–šŸŒ¬ļø

What's Next? šŸ”®

The 'No AC Campaign' is just the first gear. Some drivers are even considering parking their cabs for good by surrendering their vehicles to the Road Transport Authority (RTA). šŸš—šŸ”‘

MediaFx's Take šŸŽ¤

At MediaFx, we stand in solidarity with our hardworking cab drivers. They're the wheels that keep our city moving, often under scorching suns and starry nights. It's high time these ride-hailing giants recognize the value of these drivers and ensure they're not just surviving but thriving. After all, a fair day's wage for a fair day's work isn't just a sloganā€”it's a right. āœŠšŸš•

Your Turn! šŸ—£ļø

What do you think about this 'No AC Campaign'? Will you be tipping your driver for that cool comfort, or are you ready to brave the heat in support of their cause? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Let's get this conversation rolling! šŸ—ØļøšŸ”„

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