Don't panic, taxis will be right as rain
Updated On: 27 May, 2009 07:39 AM IST | Urvashi Seth
More private cabs, chauffeurs armed with umbrellas... city's private cabs plan to give you a smooth ride come hell or high water
More private cabs, chauffeurs armed with umbrellas... city's private cabs plan to give you a smooth ride come hell or high water
The rains are just around the corner, and so are fear and anxiety. What you can look forward to is a safe ride in a private cab. These companies are not only adding to their fleet in preparation for the monsoons, but also have a whole array of tricks to ensure a smooth ride for Mumbaikars.
The frills
A satellite image of monsoon clouds over the Bay of Bengal
SAFE RIDE: This monsoon, Mumbai's private cabs will be equipped with torches, umbrellas, tissue papers at no extra cost. The driver will also escort you to your doorstep with an umbrella
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