Ambulances and other vehicles to the hospital keep moving in and out, making it even more difficult for commuters.
The road is extremely narrow to accommodate a line of autorickshaws parked on either side
Chennai:
Commuters have been demanding a solution for this as the spot is crowded beyond capacity. They say the spot is not a designated autorickshaw stand and hence parking should not be allowed.
Stating that the road is extremely narrow to accommodate a line of autorickshaws parked on either side, Stephen M, a commuter said, “It is extremely difficult to travel by this road without getting stuck in traffic. From vans to large cars, this road is always jam-packed. Last week, I was stuck on this very road for 15 minutes. It is not only time consuming but also a test of one’s patience.”
Also, ambulances and other vehicles to the hospital keep moving in and out, making it even more difficult for commuters.
Besides, there are instances where larger vehicles are parked on the road. The drivers tend to be a bit callous and leave the vehicle, unmindful of the tangle they create, some commuters said. “I was unable to park my bike anywhere when I had to stop at a shop as there was a mini-van that was parked by the side of the road, surrounded by autos. With no sign of the driver anywhere, I had to find another spot to park my bike. The driver came much later, stating that he was waiting for a patient outside the hospital,” said Saradha K, another commuter, demanding that space be provided to everyone.
Those familiar with the matter said the autorickshaw driver charged humongous sums from commuters. “After a visit to the hospital with my aged father, I approached an auto and was shocked when the driver asked me for three times the regular price. They know that many patients come out of the hospital with no option but to take an auto. They use the opportunity to fleece the passengers. Steps should be taken to prevent this,” said Aakansha N, an attendant for a diabetic at Apollo Hospital.
Speaking to DT Next, an official said, “We are unable to keep a check on the autos that are parked there. However, we will investigate the matter and take steps based on the complaints that come to us.” “In regard to the enormous auto charges, it is to be dealt by the Auto Drivers’ Associations,” he added.
The haphazard parking of autorickshaws on Greams Lane, near Apollo Hospitals, is posing problems to commuters and motorists alike.
Commuters have been demanding a solution for this as the spot is crowded beyond capacity. They say the spot is not a designated autorickshaw stand and hence parking should not be allowed.
Stating that the road is extremely narrow to accommodate a line of autorickshaws parked on either side, Stephen M, a commuter said, “It is extremely difficult to travel by this road without getting stuck in traffic. From vans to large cars, this road is always jam-packed. Last week, I was stuck on this very road for 15 minutes. It is not only time consuming but also a test of one’s patience.”
Also, ambulances and other vehicles to the hospital keep moving in and out, making it even more difficult for commuters.
Besides, there are instances where larger vehicles are parked on the road. The drivers tend to be a bit callous and leave the vehicle, unmindful of the tangle they create, some commuters said. “I was unable to park my bike anywhere when I had to stop at a shop as there was a mini-van that was parked by the side of the road, surrounded by autos. With no sign of the driver anywhere, I had to find another spot to park my bike. The driver came much later, stating that he was waiting for a patient outside the hospital,” said Saradha K, another commuter, demanding that space be provided to everyone.
Those familiar with the matter said the autorickshaw driver charged humongous sums from commuters. “After a visit to the hospital with my aged father, I approached an auto and was shocked when the driver asked me for three times the regular price. They know that many patients come out of the hospital with no option but to take an auto. They use the opportunity to fleece the passengers. Steps should be taken to prevent this,” said Aakansha N, an attendant for a diabetic at Apollo Hospital.
Speaking to DT Next, an official said, “We are unable to keep a check on the autos that are parked there. However, we will investigate the matter and take steps based on the complaints that come to us.” “In regard to the enormous auto charges, it is to be dealt by the Auto Drivers’ Associations,” he added.
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