We've pushed hard for taxi pooling

We were in favour of taxi-pooling in the early 1970s when fuel prices soared. We'd suggested that instead of increasing the fare, taxi pooling should be encouraged. It never took off in the face of some stiff opposition from the government. Today, we are faced with a similar situation with fuel prices rising. Instead of passing the increased costs to commuters, it would be better to taxi-pool. The rules need to be amended. Even without an official taxi-pooling system many commuters pair up and hire taxis.
--Al Quadros.Mumbai Taximen's Union