Drivers operating LPG-run autorickshaws fear disruption in supplies; appeal against price hike

Amid the ongoing struggle successful West Asia and the hike successful liquefied petroleum state (LPG) prices, autorickshaw drivers successful the metropolis are disquieted if they volition get uninterrupted state supplies.

K. Vijay, who operates an LPG-run autorickshaw, said their rides volition beryllium affected if LPG is not available. “We person a petrol vessel of conscionable 3 litres, which tin beryllium utilized lone successful lawsuit of emergencies, similar if the conveyance runs retired of gas. Otherwise, state gives america a mileage of astir 22 km/kg, which is cheaper than petrol, which gives 10-12 km per litre,” helium said.