Major gas pipeline damage has caused chaos across Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai. Autorickshaw drivers have doubled fares as long queues of vehicles continue outside CNG pumps, even as Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) has assured the supply will be restored by today.

What do residents say?

Residents have voiced their frustration on social media. One user complained that auto drivers were charging ₹ 150– ₹ 200 for routes where the meter showed only ₹ 89 (MIDC to Andheri). Another resident informed HT.com that some rickshaws are demanding up to ₹ 500 for a short trip to a nearby metro station.

The shortage also led to surge pricing on ride-hailing platforms like Ola and Uber. A trip from Mira Road to BKC, typically priced between ₹ 400 and ₹ 450, exceeded ₹ 600 on Sunday, the

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