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"A Hyderabad resident was left stunned when a cab driver allegedly demanded Rs 5,000 for a ride to the airport, several times higher than the fare shown on the app. The incident has reignited public frustration over skyrocketing cab fares and driver misconduct during early morning hours.Advertisment "Driver Asked for Extra Cash or Would Cancel" The passenger shared his experience on Reddit, explaining that he booked a cab around 4 am for a 7 am flight. Soon after the booking was accepted, the driver called and claimed there were 'issues with the route,' demanding an additional cash payment. When the passenger refused to pay beyond the app fare, the driver allegedly insisted on Rs 5,000 for the trip. Frustrated, the man said he faced similar demands from other cab drivers too, with quotes ranging from Rs 2,000 to Rs 6,000. Eventually, he opted to have a friend drop him at the airport instead.Advertisment Also Read: Techie"s candid post about struggles of running a startup in India sparks debate Online Users Share Similar Experiences His post triggered a wave of responses from fellow users. Many confirmed facing similar overcharging attempts. One commenter called it a “common scam”, advising passengers to cancel and rebook. Another suggested using local travel agencies, while others recommended paying online and later requesting a refund through customer support. Screen Grab Pic Photograph: (Reddit) Bigger Problem Behind the Scenes This incident highlights a growing rift between app-based cab drivers and aggregators like Ola, Uber, and Rapido. Drivers allege that the low fares set by companies barely cover their costs, forcing many to demand extra payments from customers. As passenger complaints rise, Hyderabad"s daily commuters are caught in the middle between convenience and exploitation."
