Maharashtra govt plans to fine Ola, Uber drivers for cancelling rides

A Maharashtra government panel suggests penalties for ride-hailing drivers like Uber and Ola for cancellations.

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The panel suggested fines of Rs 50 to Rs 75, reimbursing affected passengers.

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The panel proposes a 20-minute pickup window for cabs and penalties for late arrivals, aiming to improve service quality.

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Aggregator taxis could face removal from the list by regional transport authorities if found negligent.

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During peak times, wait times for ride-hailing services like Uber and Ola have increased by 6 to 10 minutes.

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