Draft rules on app-based cabs: Deadline for suggestions extended till May 20

THE STATE government has extended the time to seek responses from citizens on the draft rules and regulations for app-based cab services providers till May 20.

The earlier deadline for the draft rules was May 9, however, only 150 responses were received from citizens, following which a decision was taken to extend the date, an official from the transport department said.

A dedicated committee was formed under retired IAS officer Sudhir Kumar Srivastava by the state government to prepare a draft on rules and regulations to be introduced on app- based cab service providers. These will pertain to aspects such as fixation of fare, cancellation charges, as well as standard procedures to be followed on safety and security.