Fare meters mandatory for auto-rickshaws in Ahmedabad from January 1

The police commissioner of Ahmedabad has issued a notification to make fare meters mandatory in all the auto-rickshaws of the city, effective from January 1, 2025.

Action will be taken against those who do not follow the rule.

The police had received a number of complaints regarding the high fares charged by auto drivers. To ease the people's woes and regularise the transportation fares, the decision has been taken.

The auto drivers of the city have been given a deadline of December 31, to install the fare meters in their vehicles.

The notification stated that strict action would be taken against drivers who do not follow the rules. If a driver charges a passenger more than the meter shows, legal action will be taken in such cases, too.