[Resolved]  Taxi — Fraud

Respected Authorities,

I travel to & fro by cab everyday from Hughes Road - South Mumbai to Waterfield Road - Bandra (w). Generally the meter reading is Rs. 140 - 150/-. Many a times, have faced fraud drivers who temper with the meters and the reading is 70-80% more than usual in non-peak/traffic hrs. The meter reading at times reach Rs. 220 - 260/-. After knowing that we are regular travelers they peacefully accept Rs. 140/- after dropping us home. This is unfare with people who rarely travel by cabs and have to pay almost double the amount for traveling same distance. Also people travelling regularly at times pay more amount than normal to avoid getting into long conversation with these drivers.

I just read some similar complaints faced by others too. With your slogan "Jaago Grahak Jaago" people seem to be waking up for their rights. But I hope some action will be taken against this very soon (with a deadline) to show us, citizens that even the authorities are taking the responsibility to help citizens when they come to the consumer forum for their rights. Else people will stop having faith in the system once again.

JAAGO!! before its too late..

Regards,

Vinita Monani