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Mumbai Uber Driver’s Polite Cancellation Over ₹250 Fare Goes Viral

Coverage of the Reddit post underscores concerns about driver pay, with outlets noting the claim is user-generated and unverified.

Overview

  • The rider shared a screenshot on Reddit of a Mumbai Uber driver canceling a Borivali-to-Thane trip after explaining the fare was ₹250 for roughly 1.5 hours of pickup and drop-off.
  • Posted by user @ImpressiveTie3461, the caption noted it was the most polite and detailed cancellation the rider had received and said a replacement ride was found quickly.
  • The driver’s message cited the low fare and time commitment and ended with an apology, prompting widespread praise for honesty and courtesy in comments.
  • News18, Hindustan Times, and IndiIndian Express reported on the post’s virality on September 23, highlighting public reaction to the driver’s note.
  • Hindustan Times included a disclaimer that the report is based on user-generated content and has not been independently verified, and its identification of the driver as ‘Sunil’ remains unconfirmed.