113 held following violent cab driver protests in Odisha
On Thursday, authorities in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, took 113 individuals into custody for their involvement in violent incidents during a demonstration by app-based taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers. According to officials, 60 additional people were detained, and 354 vehicles were impounded for breaking regulations throughout the protest. The drivers are pushing for higher fares, lower app commission fees, social security coverage, and additional welfare benefits.