Uber, Ola, and Rapido drivers across India will observe a nationwide ‘All India Breakdown’ strike on February 7, 2026, led by the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) alongside national labor bodies. The six-hour protest targets unregulated fares and exploitation despite the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines 2025, urging government intervention on minimum base fares.
Core Grievances
Drivers protest arbitrary pricing by platforms, lacking government-notified minimum fares, which slashes earnings amid rising costs. Key demands include scrapping Clause 17.3 allowing 50% below-base fares, banning private vehicles in commercial use, and legally binding income protections after consultations with unions.
Strike Logistics
The action runs during peak hours in major cities, with drivers logging off to highlight policy inaction following food delivery protests in December 2025. Platforms face criticism for expansion without worker safeguards, as noted in the 2025-26 Economic Survey.
Commuter Advice
Expect ride shortages, surges, or delays; plan alternatives like metro, buses, or auto-rickshaws, especially mornings/evenings. Unions warn of ongoing distress pushing millions toward poverty absent regulation.
