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Passengers say cab drivers hiked prices amid border tensions, seek govt action
The Northlines
|11 MAY 2025
Passengers in Jammu and Kashmir faced difficulties in the last few days due to increased fare demands by some cab drivers, given the border tensions between India and Pakistan.
Many travellers said they were forced to pay higher charges on the national highway and other key routes, with no authorities stepping in to address the issue.
Passengers from various parts of the valley travelling between Jammu and Srinagar shared their concerns with the news agency, revealing that fares have more than doubled, and they feel helpless against the exploitation.
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