Tamil Nadu plans own app to challenge private aggregators, minimum fare may go up

CHENNAI: Auto fares in Chennai are set to be revised based on commuter feedback, with the Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority initiating a survey to develop a mobile application for booking rides. The app, similar to platforms like OLA, UBER, and Rapido, allows auto drivers to register and charge fares determined by the government, said official sources. The launch of the app for auto ride bookings will coincide with the introduction of a licensing system for aggregators, including OLA and others, ensuring a fixed fare structure for auto rides. Multiple sources from CUMTA and the transport department told TNIE the government will finalise the new fares after reviewing the survey results.