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Hyderabad Redditor Alleges Rs 5,000 Airport Cab Demand in Early-Morning Ride

The viral account was relayed by news outlets without independent verification.

Overview

  • The Reddit user said multiple drivers quoted Rs 2,000–6,000 for a Hyderabad airport drop, with one allegedly demanding Rs 5,000.
  • According to the post, drivers asked for extra beyond the app fare and cited route changes and possible delays to justify higher charges.
  • The user wrote that he canceled attempts to book and ultimately asked a friend to drive him to the airport for a 7 am flight.
  • The thread drew significant attention online, reported at over 124,000 views, with commenters calling it a scam and using the term “taxi mafia.”
  • Advice shared included canceling and rebooking or using Uber, MMT, travel agencies, or the Pushpak airport bus, and coverage noted the claims remain unverified.