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INDIA
App-based cab and bike drivers’ strike turns violent in Odisha’s Bhubaneswar
Agitators allegedly turned violent and hurled stones at the force deployed; the cease-work protest began on August 17, pressing for the fulfilment of their seven-point charter of demands, including a fare hike, reduction in application fees, social security and other benefits
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- Why it matters
- The strike has disrupted ride-hailing services in the city while drivers press demands for higher fares and reduced fees; the escalation to violence may affect service restoration timelines and driver-platform relations.
- Most affected
- Bhubaneswar residents needing cab and bike services — Reduced or unavailable ride options during the ongoing strike
App-based cab and bike drivers — Risk of arrest or injury from police response to stone-throwing - Likely next
- Whether the platform operators respond to the seven-point charter of demands, or whether the strike continues beyond August 17.
Also reported by: Economic Times
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