For poor student like me, the fare hike is definitely going to make a difference.
I have just caught a segment of the news, and it seems like the price increased did not solve the problems they intended to... Such as more cabs available during peak hours. Instead, many cabs are still waiting for On-Call!
Hopefully both parties will reach a compromise. But yep, i do agree that price increase must be matched with better service.. or at least, do solve problems like cabs going into hiding before midnight charge timing, waiting for on-call, rejecting those who are travelling short distances...
And why is the fare hike GOOD?
1. Love the environment! haha. More people switching to public transport means more efficient use of public transport and will also in general reduces the harmful gas emitted per person!
2. People will try to be punctual. Punctuality is important... and one of the times when people need to cab is when they are in a hurry. So now, they ought to be more punctual.
3. More time at home. Nights out means expensive midnight charges, and hence, a BIG hole in the pocket. Thus, going home early is the best solution. This makes papa and mama happier too.
Of course, some will be happy, others (like those late night hangout places) would be sad if these happen. =D
tweety stomped off.
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