MOBILE app-based taxi services are gaining popularity in Pakistan.

They are convenient with cheaper fares and service quality. These companies have created lots of economic opportunity and all concerned are earning profit. The government is also earning revenue by collecting corporate taxes from ride hailing companies.

A customer who feels he has been mistreated or harmed, can give and receive immediate feedback from ride hailing companies.

These companies can generate more benefits for our economy if the government forms a regulatory body to monitor them. If they do not comply with our laws they should be fined and regulated and not banned.

Khalil Ahmed Shar
Islamabad

Published in Dawn, December 10th, 2018

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