Uber, Ola Drivers Protest Demanding Extension Of Moratorium Over Loan Payments

by Anjali Ojha Sep 01, 2020 • 06:52 PM Views 831

The drivers of cab aggregators Ola and Uber in the Delhi-NCR region are on strike from Tuesday demanding an extension of the moratorium on loan repayment and a hike in fare in view of the Covid-19 pandemic. Delhi Taxi Tourist Transporters Association President Sanjay Samrat said, "Due to the acute financial crisis caused by lockdown, drivers are unable to pay their EMIs. The moratorium of loan repayment ended today and the banks are already putting pressure on us." The drivers are demanding withdrawal of e-challans issued against their vehicles for speeding, according to a pamphlet circulated by them