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Most people obliged to sign on the complaint, as it was a common problem, which every individual faces day in and day out, while very few refused saying they depend solely on them for commuting. It took 2 whole days for us to get 100 and odd signatures, and thanks to my sister to have made every one understand what the problem was – non-usage of meters by Chennai auto guys.

With the signed document, we reached the RTO office and filed the complaint. The RTO officer had a quick glance at the papers, and said – he will look into it. I never had hope of any action being taken against the auto guys, nor did my sister. We thought after a month or so we will just follow up with the case. And probably with time the issue will die off completely.

After a month I got a letter from the RTO – in fact a CC that was sent to all the seniors, and also the auto guys – which said if these people didn’t get back to them with enough reasons for not using the meters, stringent action will be taken against them. We were happy that at least some action was taken against them promptly.

Then a week later I came to know that a fine of Rs 5000 was stamped on the auto guys whose numbers were mentioned on the complaint letter. That was indeed a boost to our confidence and we realized that our effort didn’t go wasted.

In your case too – don’t waste your time arguing with these auto guys or bargaining for the rate everyday. Just note down their numbers and file a complaint at the RTO office, and don’t forget to take an acknowledgement on the Xerox copy – action will surely be taken.

With this example I came to understand that Indian Government still tries to works for the betterment of the people!