Can taxi drivers refuse passengers?

– It shall be unlawful for any driver and/or operator of any taxi to refuse to convey or choose their passengers and their destination without any valid reason.

Is Ola available in Kolkata at 4 am?

Ola, Uber available round the clock in Kolkata. Thanks for responding. That’s a relief. You can get Ola or Uber services any time in Kolkata.

Why Kolkata taxis are yellow?

Although some of the first taxi drivers were Bengalis, later, many Sikhs and Biharis joined the trade. By 1962, the Ambassador became the standard taxi model. Some were black and yellow or just yellow. The black taxis plied in the city, while the yellow taxi would travel inter-city.

Can taxi driver refuses passenger India?

End of dialog window. According to Section 178 of the Motor Vehicles Act, a driver refusing to ply a contract carriage on hire is liable to be fined Rs 500.

Can I get Rapido at 5 am?

Commuters can book Rapido rides between 6 am and midnight. The base fare is Rs 15, and for every additional km, Rs 3 is charged.

Is AC allowed in Uber?

“Uber does not levy extra charges for switching on the AC during a ride and any driver who is charging such fee will face action from the company for violating our community guidelines. Uber expects drivers on its platform to keep the car AC switched on during a ride.

Can taxi take 4 passengers?

Passenger Limits for Taxis and PHCs This means passengers from different households are required to keep to the two passenger-limit when travelling in taxis and PHCs. However, more than two passengers can travel together in a taxi or PHC if they all live in the same household.

How much is fine for stopping at taxi stand?

According to OneMotoring website, drivers will be subjected to a $50 fine for illegally stopping/parking a private car at a taxi stand. Subsequent offences within a 12-month period will increase the fine to $80.

Can I get Uber cab at 3am?

With an Uber account, you can request a ride in any city where Uber operates, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.