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Goa tourist claims 'taxi mafia' charged him Rs 1600 for trip to restaurant. Netizens have a hard time believing him

Summary by The Economic Times

A viral video criticizes Goa's taxi unions, likening them to a 'transport mafia' due to exorbitant charges and lack of private taxi apps. The tourist claims that high travel costs discourage exploration, further hurting tourism. While some netizens defended the transport system, others highlighted the challenges for families and called for affordable transport options.

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No Ola-Uber: Taxi Mafia Loots Goa Tourists

A viral video has sparked fresh debate over Goa’s taxi services, with a tourist criticizing local unions for charging exorbitant fares and restricting private taxi apps like Ola and Uber. He claimed that each hotel is associated with a taxi union, leaving visitors with no choice but to pay steep rates. Sharing his own experience, […] The post No Ola-Uber: Taxi Mafia Loots Goa Tourists appeared first on M9.news.

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